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PNP supports bill seeking tougher penalties for fake bomb threats
Senator Jinggoy Estrada filed Senate Bill No. 1076, the "False Bomb Threat Prohibition Act," to impose stricter penalties on individuals spreading hoax bomb threats.
The proposed legislation aims to update Presidential Decree No. 1727 and extend its coverage to digital platforms.
Under the bill, perpetrators face a prison sentence of six to 12 years, a fine of P1 million to P5 million, or both, significantly harsher than current sanctions.
Estrada cited recent incidents in Davao City schools and at the Office of the Vice President as justification for the bill.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has expressed support for the bill, with Acting PNP chief LtGen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. stating it will enhance peace and order and address the spread of false information.
Nartatez added that the PNP could form a technical working group to provide insights and refine the bill.
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