12 Questions
What is the primary purpose of commutation of service?
To reduce the penalty inflicted by the court
When can commutation of sentence be provided for by the code?
When the convict is over 70 years of age
What is reprieve in criminal law?
A temporary suspension of a sentence
Who can grant a reprieve?
The sovereign or chief executive
Is the consent of the offender necessary for commutation of sentence?
No, the offender's consent is not necessary
What is the effect of commutation of sentence on the conviction?
The conviction remains the same
What is the primary objective of a reprieve?
To delay an execution and allow for an investigation into the legality of the conviction
Which of the following prisoners is eligible to benefit from the Good Conduct Time Allowance (GCTA)?
A prisoner who has displayed good behavior and has no record of breach of discipline
What is the deduction per month for a prisoner who has displayed good behavior for 6-10 years?
25 days
Who is disqualified from availing of the GCTA?
A recidivist or a habitual delinquent
What is the purpose of preventive imprisonment?
To confine a prisoner who is awaiting final judgment
What is the credit given to a prisoner who has undergone preventive imprisonment and manifests unwillingness to abide by the disciplinary rules?
4/5 of the period of preventive imprisonment
Test your understanding of the commutation of service, a presidential power that allows for the reduction of a sentence, but not a forgiveness of the crime.
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