Plunder is a non-bailable offence in the Philippines and carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonment.

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Clauses in the legislation making stalking and voyeurism non-bailable offences are controversial because some feel they could be misused.

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But some lawmakers sought safeguards while making these non-bailable as they said the accused may find it hard to defend themselves on some occasions, leading to the possibility of misuse of the law and unjust punishment.

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