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BP 697 Section 52

Issues not proper in pre-proclamation controversy.

Section 52

SEC. 52. Issues not proper in pre-proclamation controversy.—The following are not proper issues that may be raised in a pre-proclamation controversy; (a) Frauds, terrorism, irregularities or illegal acts committed before or during the casting and counting of votes, except as provided in paragraphs (b), (c) and (d) of the preceding section; (b) Disqualification of candidates under any existing laws; or (c) Any other matter not related to or not in connection with the canvass of election returns or proclamation of any candidate, or issues that properly pertain to an election protest or quo warranto proceedings.

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CitationBP 697 Section 52 (LawPlayer, data as of July 4, 2026)

Source: Supreme Court E-Library, Republic of the Philippines. Philippine laws are public documents (works of the government).

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