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Article 39

Act No. 3815 · Revised Penal Code

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Subsidiary penalty: if the convict cannot pay the fine imposed, they serve additional jail time in lieu of the fine. The rate is one day of detention for each amount equal to the minimum daily wage (as updated by RA 10951).

Official text — Act No. 3815

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