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EXCERPT FROM THE RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS OF THE 40th REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG BAYAN OF URBIZTONDO, PANGASINAN, HELD ON OCTOBER 1, 2018 AT THE LEGISLATIVE HALL

Ordinance Prohibiting the Roaming, Loitering or Sleeping of Unchaperoned Children Below Eighteen (18) Years of Age From 10:00 o’Clock P.M. to 5:00 o’Clock A.M. Outside of Their Residence and Providing Penalties for Violation Thereof

WHEREAS, Section 13, Article II of the Philippine Constitution provides that, “The State recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation-building and shall promote and protect their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and social well being. It shall inculcate in the youth patriotism and nationalism, and encourage their involvement in public and civic affairs”.

WHEREAS, Article 3(8) of PD 603 states that: “Every child has the right to protection against exploitation, improper influences, hazards and other conditions or circumstances prejudicial to his physical, mental, emotional, social and moral development.”

WHEREAS, under Section 447 (a) provides that, “The sangguniang bayan, as the legislative body of the municipality, shall enact ordinances, approve resolutions and appropriate funds for the general welfare of the municipality and its inhabitants xxx.”

WHEREAS, the municipal government of Urbiztondo, Pangasinan believes that a curfew imposed on minors or those under the age of eighteen is in the best interest not only of the young constituents but of the public in general as what will be promoted is the entire community’s safety and welfare. It also aims to ensure the safety and self-esteem of children, prevent them from being used to commit crime, and protect them from abuse and exploitation;. [sic]

WHEREAS, further, in the interest of public order and safety to regulate the movement of minor children during night time by setting curfew hours, protect them from