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Commutation of Service: Presidential Power

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What is the primary purpose of commutation of service?

To increase the length of imprisonment

To void the conviction

To forgive the offender

To reduce the penalty inflicted by the court (correct)

When can commutation of sentence be provided for by the code?

When all justices of the Supreme Court agree to the sentence

When the convict apologizes for the crime

When the convict is over 70 years of age (correct)

When the convict is over 18 years of age

What is reprieve in criminal law?

A permanent reduction of sentence

A temporary suspension of a sentence (correct)

A full pardon for the convict

A longer imprisonment term

Who can grant a reprieve?

The sovereign or chief executive Signup and view all the answers

Is the consent of the offender necessary for commutation of sentence?

No, the offender's consent is not necessary Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of commutation of sentence on the conviction?

The conviction remains the same Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of a reprieve?

To delay an execution and allow for an investigation into the legality of the conviction Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What is the deduction per month for a prisoner who has displayed good behavior for 6-10 years?

25 days Signup and view all the answers

Who is disqualified from availing of the GCTA?

A recidivist or a habitual delinquent Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of preventive imprisonment?

To confine a prisoner who is awaiting final judgment Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers