Garcia vs. DrilonG.R. No. 179267, June 25, 2013Perlas-Bernabe, J.

Facts of the Case:1. Because of high percentages of abuse and violence against women, on March 8,

2004, Congress enacted Republic Act No. 9262 or more commonly known as the VAWC Law. It took effect on March 27, 2004.

a. Defines and criminalizes acts of violence against women and children perpetrated by women’s intimate partners