HB09086: JUDICIARY MARSHALS ACT
This bill establishes the Philippine Judiciary Marshals Service under the control and supervision of the Supreme Court. The primary responsibility of this new service is to ensure the safety and security of justices, judges, court officials and personnel, halls of justice, courthouses, court buildings, and other court assets. This initiative is crucial for upholding the independence and impartiality of the Judiciary, which is essential for the rule of law and the preservation of constitutional rights.
The Marshals Service will have significant powers and functions, including conducting threat assessments, investigating crimes against judicial members and assets, assisting in the execution of court orders, and investigating allegations of irregularities within the judiciary. The bill also details the organizational structure, qualifications, appointment, and benefits for its officials and personnel, including the Chief Marshal who will have the rank of an Associate Justice of the Court of Appeals. This aims to provide a dedicated and professional security force to protect the integrity and functioning of the Philippine judicial system.