Article 148
Act No. 3815 · Revised Penal CodeKey provision
ELI5— what this means for you
Direct assault: attacking or using force against a person in authority (e.g., a police officer, judge, or teacher) while they are performing their duties — or because of their past performance of duty.
Key point
Hitting or threatening a police officer on duty is direct assault, which has a heavier penalty than simple physical injuries.
Official text — Act No. 3815
Full article text is being added. Read the official text at officialgazette.gov.ph.
Related
RELATED RIGHTS
Legal disclaimer: BatasKo provides general legal information, not legal advice. Criminal law has serious consequences — for advice on your specific situation, consult a licensed Filipino lawyer or the Public Attorney's Office (PAO) at pao.gov.ph.