Section 44Sec./Art. 44

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Provision: Section 44
Parent law: Republic Act No. 7277
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Enforcement by the Secretary of Justice.-

a. Denial of Right

1. Duty to Investigate - the Secretary of Justice shall investigate alleged violations of this Act, and shall undertake periodic reviews of compliance of covered entities under this Act.

b. Potential Violations - If the Secretary of Justice has reasonable cause to believe that -

1. any person or group of persons is engaged in a pattern or practice of discrimination under this Act; or

2. any person or group or persons has been discriminated against under this Act and such discrimination raises an issue of general public importance, the Secretary of Justice may commence a legal action in any appropriate court.

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