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What term describes the act of forcibly depredating on the high seas without lawful authority, done with the intention of theft?

  • Espionage
  • Sedition
  • Piracy (correct)
  • Mutiny
  • Which option describes a situation where an offended party can participate in legal proceedings through their own counsel?

  • rule of facilitation
  • Miranda Rule
  • rule of reservation
  • rule of intervention (correct)
  • What is the nature of action for a person aged between nine and fifteen to incur criminal liability?

  • act with discernment (correct)
  • show criminal intent
  • show malice
  • act carelessly or negligently
  • What is an example of a qualifying circumstance that could elevate a crime to murder?

    <p>Treachery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who among the following is considered a person in authority?

    <p>barangay captain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of motion can be filed at any time before a legal arraignment?

    <p>motion to dismiss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of A's untimely death during his criminal case?

    <p>Termination of proceedings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of crime, which aggravating circumstance is associated with actions taken to ensure the execution of a crime without risk?

    <p>complex crime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can an ordinary citizen give an opinion about someone's handwriting?

    <p>When familiar with the handwriting in question</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Latin translation for the term 'burden of proof'?

    <p>Factum probandum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the scenario where obscene material written by A is stolen and published, what is A's legal liability?

    <p>liable for obscene publication (as co-publisher)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can a husband testify against his wife in an adultery case?

    <p>Yes, the privilege of marital communication is abolished</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'burden of evidence' refer to?

    <p>Logical necessity in trial for a party to create a prima facie case</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A may be liable for which type of fraud in the given scenario regarding the supply officer?

    <p>Attempted estafa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 'weight of evidence' refer to in court?

    <p>The overall credit given by the court to particular evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor among the following could disqualify a witness?

    <p>Capacity of recollection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ignorantia Facti Excusat refer to?

    <p>Mistake of facts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which Rule are crimes not triable in court unless they affect the peace and security of the territory?

    <p>American Rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should the court take if the offense charged is less serious than the offense proved?

    <p>Do not dismiss the action but order the filing of a new information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the law classify a felony as Grave?

    <p>When it involves capital punishment or afflictive penalties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes evidence relevant to an issue in court?

    <p>When it has a direct bearing and actual connection to the facts and issue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Infractions to the law punishable by Aresto Menor or a fine not exceeding 200 pesos are classified as?

    <p>Light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which circumstance is considered aggravating in the slaying of an elderly woman?

    <p>Disregard of age and sex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Acts deemed not to transgress the law and free from liability are classified as?

    <p>Justifying circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which patrol pattern is characterized by a rotational movement around a central point?

    <p>Clockwise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What theory of patrol suggests that increased police visibility decreases crime by instilling fear in criminals?

    <p>High visibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of patrol is best suited for covering large park areas without air support?

    <p>Horse patrol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which planning term refers to a long-range strategy in an organization?

    <p>Strategic planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for an operational plan that addresses daily or ongoing needs?

    <p>Regular operating programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which patrol type is historically regarded as the oldest form of police presence?

    <p>Foot patrol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the legal process of removing a squatter from a property called?

    <p>Eviction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term indicates a lack of trustworthiness or reliability?

    <p>Vulnerability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best way to organize police manpower during peak demand?

    <p>Time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the program called that deploys policemen in busy and crime-prone areas?

    <p>Patrol and visibility program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the starting rank for all regional appointments of commissioned officers?

    <p>Inspector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In areas like Divisoria, which type of patrol is likely most effective?

    <p>Foot patrol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the product of analyzing information regarding criminal activities?

    <p>Intelligence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of plan relates to the workload and resources available for line divisions?

    <p>Operational plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which educational institution is recognized as the premier for police, fire, and jail personnel?

    <p>Philippine Public Safety College (PPSC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A crew assigned to a mobile car typically consists of which of the following?

    <p>A driver, recorder and supervisor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term refers to family history or descent transmitted from one generation to another?

    <p>Heritage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of jurisdiction refers to the authority of the court to take cognizance of the case in the first instance?

    <p>Original Jurisdiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title given to a person designated by the court to assist destitute litigants?

    <p>Counsel de officio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which situation is not covered by the Rules on Summary Procedure?

    <p>The penalty is more than six months of imprisonment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is defined as a territorial unit where the power of the court is to be exercised?

    <p>Venue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which law relates to bouncing checks and its repercussions?

    <p>BP.22</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used for the act of taking another person's personal property by means of force and with the intent to gain?

    <p>Robbery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes persons who have no apparent means of subsistence but have the physical ability to work and refuse to do so?

    <p>Vagrants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Criminal Jurisprudence and Procedure - Set One

    • Berto, with premeditation and treachery, killed his father. The crime committed was parricide.
    • PO3 Bagsik entered Totoy's dwelling without permission, suspecting Bitoy had illegal firearms. The crime was forcible trespassing.
    • Charlie had sexual relations with his 14-year-old stepdaughter Jane. The crime was qualified seduction.
    • Prof. Jose gave Lito a failing grade. The following day, Lito slapped Prof. Jose. The crime committed by Lito was direct assault.

    Criminal Jurisprudence and Procedure - Set Two

    • A warrant of arrest was issued for Fred for the killing of his parents. Fred paid PO2 Tapang 1 million pesos to set him free. The crime committed by PO2 Tapang was bribery.
    • According to the hearsay rule, a statement made by a person under the consciousness of an impending death is an exemption under the rule. A suicide note is an example of an ante mortem statement.
    • Factum probans means an evidentiary fact.
    • Pedigree refers to family history and descent transmitted from one generation to another.
    • The authority of the court to take initial jurisdiction of a case is called original jurisdiction.
    • A person designated by the court to assist destitute litigants is a counsel de officio.
    • One of the rules on summary procedure does not cover violation of rental laws.

    Criminal Jurisprudence and Procedure - Set Three

    • Pedro stole Juan's cow. The crime committed was simple theft.
    • A 19-year-old man had sexual intercourse with his 11-year-old girlfriend. The crime was statutory rape.

    Criminal Detection, Investigation & Prevention - Set One

    • An extrajudicial confession obtained from a suspect is admissible in court only if it was made in the presence of a counsel of the suspect's choosing and written down.
    • Fiscals and Prosecutors are under the control and supervision of the Department of Justice.

    Criminal Detection, Investigation & Prevention - Set Two

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    Criminal Detection, Investigation & Prevention - Set Three

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