PLM_NSTP 1_Unit 4_Flag and Heraldic Code SY 2021-2022

Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines

Republic Act 8491 Section 1

Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines

Republic Act 8491 Section 2

Declaration of Policy

Declaration of Policy

Reverence and respect shall at all times be accorded the flag, the anthem and other national symbols which embody the national ideals and traditions and which express the principles of sovereignty and national solidarity. The heraldic items and devices shall seek to manifest the national virtues and to inculcate in the minds and hearts of our people a just pride in their native land, fitting respect and affection for the national flag and anthem, and the proper use of the national motto, coat-of-arms and other heraldic items and devices.

Republic Act 8491 Section 4

The flag of the Philippines shall be blue, white , and red with an eight-rayed golden-yellow sun and three five-pointed stars, as consecrated and honored by the people.

Republic Act 8491 Section 5

The flag shall be displayed in all public buildings, official residences public plazas, and institutions of learning everyday throughout the year.

Republic Act 8491 Section 6

The flag shall be permanently hoisted, day and night throughout the year, in front of the following: at Malacanang Palace; the Congress of the Philippines building; Supreme Court building; the Rizal Monument in Luneta, Manila; Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite; Barasoain Shrine in Malolos, Bulacan; the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Libingan ngmga Bayani; Mausuleo de los Beteranos dela Revolucion; all International Ports of Entry and all other places as maybe designated by the Institute.

public buildings, official residences public plazas, and institutions of learning

The flag shall be permanently hoisted, day and night throughout the year, in front of the following places:

Republic Act 8491 Section 7

The flag shall be displayed on the following dates:

–April 9 ( Araw ng Kagitingan )

–May 1 ( Labor Day )

–May 28 ( National Flag Day ) to June 12 (Independence Day)

–Last Sunday of August ( National Heroes Day )

–November 30 ( Bonifacio Day )

–December 30 ( Rizal Day )

–Other days as declared by the President or local chief executives

–If displayed all year round, flag raising ceremony should be observed

April 9

Araw ng Kagitingan

May 1

Labor Day

May 28

National Flag Day

June 12

Independence Day

Last Sunday of August

National Heroes Day

November 30

Bonifacio Day

December 30

Rizal Day

Republic Act 8491 Section 10

Positioning of the flag

Peace

Blue on top (horizontally) and on left (vertically)

War

Blue on bottom (horizontally) and on right (vertically)

Republic Act 8491 Section 14

A worn out flag should be thrown away. It must be solemnly burned to avoid misuse and desecration.

Republic Act 8491 Section 18

All government offices and educational institutions shall henceforth observe the flag-raising ceremony every Monday morning and the flag lowering ceremony every Friday afternoon. The ceremony shall be simple and dignified and shall include the playing or singing of the Philippine National Anthem.

Republic Act 8491 Section 23

Half-mast flag as a sign of mourning

10 days

How many days is the flag half-mast after the death of President or former President

7 days

How many days is the flag half-mast after the death of Vice President, Chief Justice, President of the Senate, Speaker of the House of Representatives

Republic Act 8491 Section 34

It shall be prohibited to mutilate, deface, defile, trample, on or cast contempt any act or omission casting dishonor or ridicule upon the flag over its surface

Republic Act 8491 Section 34

It shall be prohibited to dip the flag to any person or object by way of compliment or salute

Republic Act 8491 Section 34

It shall be prohibited to use the flag as (1) drapery, festoon, tablecloth, (2) covering for ceilings, walls, statues or other objects, (3) pennant in the hood, side, back and top of motor vehicles, (4) as a staff or whip, (5) unveiling monuments or statues, (6) trademarks or for industrial, commercial or agricultural labels or designs.

Republic Act 8491 Section 34

It shall be prohibited to display the flag (1) under any painting or picture, (2) horizontally face-up, (3) below any platform, (4) in discotheques, cockpits, night and day clubs, casinos, gambling joints and places of vice or where frivolity prevails.

Republic Act 8491 Section 34

It shall be prohibited to wear the flag in whole or in part as a costume or uniform

Republic Act 8491 Section 34

It shall be prohibited to add any word, figure, mark, picture, design, drawings, advertisements, or imprint of any nature on the flag

Republic Act 8491 Section 34

It shall be prohibited to print, paint or attach representation of the flag on handkerchiefs, napkins, cushions, and other articles of merchandise

Republic Act 8491 Section 34

It shall be prohibited to display in public any foreign flag, except in embassies and other diplomatic establishments, and in offices or international organizations.

Republic Act 8491 Section 34

It shall be prohibited to use, display or be part of any advertisement or infomercial

Republic Act 8491 Section 34

It shall be prohibited to display the flag in front of buildings or offices occupied by aliens.

Republic Act 8491 Section 35

Lupang Hinirang

Republic Act 8491 Section 37

The rendition of the National Anthem, whether played or sung, shall be in accordance with the musical arrangement and composition of Julian Felipe.

Republic Act 8491 Section 38

…As a sign of respect, all persons shall stand in attention and face the flag if one is displayed. If none, face the band or conductor... Right palms over their left chests.

Republic Act 8491 Section 40

The national Motto shall be “Maka-Diyos, maka-tao, maka-kalikasan, maka-bansa”

Maka-Diyos, maka-tao, maka-kalikasan, maka-bansa

National Motto

Republic Act 8491 Section 50

Any person or judicial entity which violates any of the provisions of this Act shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not less than Five thousand pesos (5,000.00) not more than Twenty thousand pesos (20,000.00), or by imprisonment for not more than one (1) year, or both such fine and imprisonment, at the discretion of the court: Provided, that for any second and additional offenses, both fine and imprisonment shall always be imposed: Provided, that in case the violation is committed by a juridical person, its President or Chief Executive Officer thereof shall be liable.

5,000 - 20,000 pesos

Fine for violation of any provisions of Republic Act 8491

Less than one year

Imprisonment for violation of any provisions of Republic Act 8491