Tag: citizens’ arrest; law

Citizens’ arrest – how is it done?

QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, May 14) – Last year, the City Council of Quezon City issued an ordinance that allows ordinary and civilian citizens to conduct an arrest against criminals and persons who were violating the law. Said ordinance empowered citizens in having a direct say in ensuring the peace and order in their city. But how can an ordinary citizen effect an arrest? The Revised Rules of Criminal Procedure provides the proper […]