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Jan 31, 2007 criminal law acts of lasciviousness lesser included offense ra 7610 child abuse statutory rape

Acts of Lasciviousness as a Lesser Included Offense in Philippine Child Abuse Cases

When rape isn't proven, Philippine courts may convict for acts of lasciviousness under RA 7610. Learn the rules from a landmark case.

Oct 23, 2003 criminal law homicide reckless imprudence included offenses self-defense conspiracy

Homicide and Reckless Imprudence: Understanding Included Offenses in Philippine Law

The Supreme Court clarifies when reckless imprudence is a lesser included offense of homicide, and the limits of self-defense claims.

Jan 28, 1998 complex crimes illegal detention criminal law revised penal code philippine supreme court kidnapping

Complex Crimes in the Philippines: Component Offenses and Illegal Detention Explained

A 1998 Supreme Court ruling explains when an accused charged with a complex crime can be convicted of a lesser included offense like slight illegal detention.