Article 147Illegal associations

Act No. 3815 · Revised Penal CodeKey provision

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Illegal associations.

Official text — Act No. 3815

Illegal associations.

-The penalty of prision correccional in its minimum and medium periods and a fine not exceeding 1,000 pesos shall be imposed upon the founders, directors, and presidents of associations totally or partially organized for the purpose of committing any of the crimes punishable under this Code or for some purpose contrary to public morals. Mere members of said associations shall suffer the penalty of arresto mayor.

CHAPTER FOUR

ASSAULT UPON, AND RESISTANCE AND DISOBEDIENCE TO PERSONS IN AUTHORITY AND THEIR AGENTS

Source: lawphil.net (Act No. 3815 as amended)

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