4.

State whether or not the following laws are constitutional.

Explain briefly.

1. A law prohibiting Chinese citizens from engaging in retail trade. 2%

2. A law denying persons charged with crimes punishable by reclusion perpetua or death the right to bail. 2%

3. A law fixing the terms of local elective officials, other than barangay officials, to 6 years. 2%

4. A law changing the design of the Philippine flag. 2%

5. A law creating a state corporation to exploit, develop, and utilize compressed natural gas. 2%