What is PD 965?

Answer 1

Presidential Decree No. 965, also known as the "Anti-Drug Abuse Law," was enacted in the Philippines in 1976 to address drug abuse and trafficking. It established measures for the prevention and control of drug-related offenses, including penalties for drug possession, use, and trafficking. The decree aimed to promote awareness and education on drug abuse while providing for the rehabilitation of drug dependents. Over the years, it has been amended and supplemented by various laws to strengthen the country's drug policies.