WHEREAS, the fast growing proliferation of drug addiction and its ill
effects has become a menace to the society;
WHEREAS, Section 17 of RA 7160, otherwise known as the Local
Government Code mandated the local government units to provide
rehabilitation programs for juvenile delinquents and victims of drug abuse;
WHEREAS, the Davao City Treatment and Rehabilitation Center for
Drug Dependents (DCTRCDD) was established in response to the dying need
of Davaoeos who fall prey to drug trade and desire to be rehabilitated and
reintegrated back to the society;
WHEREAS, the DCTRCDD caters only residents of Davao City, male or
female, between 10 years old and above, rich or poor, who are Nonpsychotic persons and found to have violated Section 15 of RA 9165 and
other related laws (Voluntary and Compulsory) or endorsement from the City
Mayor with or without court order, free of charge.
WHEREAS, Section 74 of RA 9165 otherwise known as the
Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act 2002 mandates the parents, spouse,
guardian or any relative within the fourth degree of consanguinity of any
person who is confined under voluntary or compulsory submission program
to share the cost of treatment and rehabilitation.
WHEREAS, Section 74 (a) IRR of RA 9165 provides that the parent,
spouse, guardian or any relative within the fourth degree of consanguinity of
any person who is confined under voluntary submission program or
compulsory submission program shall share the cost of treatment and
rehabilitation of a drug dependent; provided, however that in case a drug
dependent has no parent, spouse, guardian or relative within the fourth
degree of consanguinity, his/her rehabilitation shall be through the auspices
of any government rehabilitation center.
WHEREAS, The Drug Court of Davao City, in cognizance with Section
74 of RA 9165, directs the parents, spouse, or guardian as the case may be,
of the drug dependent, to share the cost of treatment and rehabilitation
expenses;
WHEREAS, some nearby municipalities and cities manifested to avail of
the facilities of DCTRCDD for the treatment and rehabilitation of their drug
dependents;
WHEREAS, in response to Administrative Order No. 5-A S. 1996 issued
by the Department of Health, the DCTRCDD has become a venue for learning
opportunities to students in the tertiary level who want to develop their
competency in handling drug dependents, including knowledge on
government service delivery;
NOW THEREFORE, RESOLVED AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED to enact an
ordinance prescribing the schedule of cost for the treatment and
rehabilitation of drug dependents and the affiliation fee of the students who
would undergo approved trainings at the Davao City Treatment and
Rehabilitation Center for Drug Dependents (DCTRDD).
Court Order
B. Voluntary Confinement of Minor (below 18 years old)
Deed of Voluntary Commitment (notarized)
Social Case Study Report
Photocopy of Birth Certificate
Approved endorsement from the City Mayors Office
Whole body picture (4R or 5R)
C. Compulsory Admission
Court Order
Psychiatric Evaluation showing that the drug dependent is a non-psychiatric
individual;
Barangay Certificate showing his/her residency.
Section 8. SUPPORT FOR REHABILITATION PROGRAM - to ensure reintegration of the drug dependent to the community, the following offices
shall provide support services to the DCTRCDD through their respective
programs;
The school that would like to avail the training program of DCTRCDD shall
bear cost incidental to the placement of the trainees/students.
A contract of affiliation shall be executed between the school concerned and
the City of Davao prior to the placement training, to wit:
Nursing
Social Work
Nurse/Health Aide
Psychologist
Immersion of trainees
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
Section 17. AUTHORITY TO ACCEPT DONATIONS The City Mayor is hereby
authorized to accept any donations, in cash and/or kind, in favor of the
DCTRCDD.
Section 18. Trust Fund The amount collected under this ordinance shall be
used exclusively for the maintenance and operations of the DCTRCDD. For
this purpose, a separate account shall be maintained.
Section 19. Separability Clause If for any reason/s, any port of this
ordinance is declared unconstitutional or invalid, other parts or provisions
thereof not affected shall continue to be in full force and effect.
Section 20. Repealing Clause Ordinance, resolutions or issuances
inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.
Section 21. Effectivity Clause This ordinance shall take effect immediately
upon approval.