Book V — Labor Relations
Article 225Contempt powers of the Secretary of Labor.
PD 442 · Labor Code of the PhilippinesELI5 guide available
ELI5— what this means for you
The Secretary of Labor can hold any person in contempt when exercising powers under the Labor Code — including employers who defy orders.
Key point
Official text — PD 442
Contempt powers of the Secretary of Labor.
In the exercise of his powers under this Code, the Secretary of Labor may hold any person in direct or indirect contempt and impose the appropriate penalties therefor.
Title III
BUREAU OF LABOR RELATIONS
Source: lawphil.net (PD 442 as amended)
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