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1987 Constitution of the Philippines
Art. 3, Sec. 131987 Constitution, Art. III, Sec. 13
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1987 Constitution of the Philippines
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All persons, except those charged with offenses punishable by reclusion perpetua when evidence of guilt is strong, shall, before conviction, be bailable by sufficient sureties, or be released on recognizance as may be provided by law. The right to bail shall not be impaired even when the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus is suspended. Excessive bail shall not be required.
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