Philippines
Practice Relating to Rule 91. Corporal Punishment
The Philippines’ Rule on Juveniles in Conflict with the Law (2002) states:
Sec. 4. Definitions.– As used in this Rule,
…
(q) Corporal punishment is any kind of physical punishment inflicted on the body as distinguished from pecuniary punishment or fine.
…
Sec. 30. Guiding Principles in Judging the Juvenile.– Subject to the provisions of the Revised Penal Code, as amended, and other special laws, the judgment against a juvenile in conflict with the law shall be guided by the following principles:
…
3. No corporal punishment shall be imposed.