Revised Penal Code
Keeper, watchman and visitor of opium den
Current text, as of October 15, 2026
The penalty of arresto mayor and a fine ranging from 100 to 300 pesos shall be imposed upon:
1. Anyone who shall act as keeper or watchman of a dive or resort where any prohibited drug is used in any manner contrary to law; and
2. Any person who, not being included in the provisions of the next preceding article, shall knowingly visit any dive or resort of the character referred to above.
Consolidated by Alleba from the 1930 text of Act No. 3815 (Lawphil) and the amending Republic Acts in our library. Amendments made by Presidential Decrees, Batas Pambansa or executive orders are not yet included. For information and research only, and not legal advice. This text may not reflect later amendments. For certified copies, refer to the Official Gazette or the issuing agency.