Philippine Criminal Law Definitions and Liability

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What are felonies according to Art. 3?

Acts and omissions punishable by law

When is deceit present in the commission of felonies?

Deceit is present when the act is performed with deliberate intent.

What is the basis of fault in the commission of felonies?

Fault occurs when the wrongful act results from imprudence, negligence, lack of foresight, or lack of skill.

When is criminal liability incurred according to Art. 4?

Criminal liability is incurred by any person committing a felony, even if the wrongful act done is different from that which was intended. Signup and view all the answers

What is the duty of the court in connection with acts not covered by the law, as per Art. 5?

The court shall render the proper decision and report to the Chief Executive, through the Department of Justice, the reasons for believing that the act should be made the subject of legislation. Signup and view all the answers

What is a conspiracy according to Art. 8 of the Code?

A conspiracy exists when two or more persons come to an agreement concerning the commission of a felony and decide to commit it. Signup and view all the answers

When are light felonies punishable?

Light felonies are punishable only when they have been consummated, with the exception of those committed against person or property. Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes a consummated felony?

A felony is consummated when all the elements necessary for its execution and accomplishment are present. Signup and view all the answers

When are grave felonies considered according to the Code?

Grave felonies are those to which the law attaches the capital punishment or afflictive penalties. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the court in relation to excessive penalties?

The court shall submit a statement to the Chief Executive if a strict enforcement of the provisions would result in a clearly excessive penalty, without suspending the sentence. Signup and view all the answers

What are felonies according to the Code?

Acts and omissions punishable by law Signup and view all the answers

When is deceit present in the commission of felonies?

Deceit is present when the act is performed with deliberate intent. Signup and view all the answers

When is fault present in the commission of felonies?

Fault is present when the wrongful act results from imprudence, negligence, lack of foresight, or lack of skill. Signup and view all the answers

When is criminal liability incurred according to Art. 4?

Criminal liability is incurred by any person committing a felony, even if the wrongful act done is different from that which was intended. Signup and view all the answers

What is the duty of the court in connection with acts not covered by the law, as per Art. 5?

The court shall render the proper decision and report to the Chief Executive, through the Department of Justice, the reasons for believing that the act should be made the subject of legislation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between consummated, frustrated, and attempted felonies?

Consummated felonies have all the necessary elements for execution and accomplishment, frustrated felonies have all the acts of execution but do not produce the felony, and attempted felonies involve commencing the commission of a felony but not completing all the acts of execution. Signup and view all the answers

When are light felonies punishable?

Light felonies are punishable only when they have been consummated, with the exception of those committed against person or property. Signup and view all the answers

What is conspiracy according to Art. 8 of the Code?

Conspiracy exists when two or more persons come to an agreement concerning the commission of a felony and decide to commit it. Signup and view all the answers

How are grave felonies, less grave felonies, and light felonies categorized?

Grave felonies are those to which the law attaches the capital punishment or afflictive penalties; less grave felonies are punishable with correctional penalties; and light felonies are infractions punishable with arrest menor or a fine not exceeding 200 pesos or both. Signup and view all the answers

What is the duty of the court in relation to acts not covered by the law according to Art. 5?

The court shall submit a statement to the Chief Executive, through the Department of Justice, without suspending the execution of the sentence, when a strict enforcement of the provisions of this Code would result in the imposition of a clearly excessive penalty. Signup and view all the answers