COPY: Philippine Probation System: Presidential Decree No. 968
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COPY: Philippine Probation System: Presidential Decree No. 968

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What is a 'probationer' as defined in this Decree?

  • A lawyer who files an appeal for a defendant
  • A person placed on probation (correct)
  • A court official who supervises a person on probation
  • A judge who grants probation to a defendant

    • What is the primary goal of the correctional system according to the decree?

  • To promote the reformation of offenders (correct)
  • To punish offenders
  • To provide a cheaper alternative to imprisonment
  • To reduce the financial burden on the country

    • What is a prerequisite for a defendant to be placed on probation?

  • A prior investigation by the probation officer (correct)
  • The defendant has been sentenced to imprisonment
  • An appeal has been filed by the defendant
  • The defendant has paid the fine imposed

    • What is the purpose of the decree, according to Section 2?

    <p>To promote the correction and rehabilitation of an offender</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time limit for the probation officer to submit the investigation report to the court?

    <p>60 days from receipt of the order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when an application for probation is filed?

    <p>The defendant's appeal is automatically withdrawn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who issued the decree?

    <p>Ferdinand E. Marcos, President of the Philippines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the decree?

    <p>The Probation Law of 1976</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the form of the investigation report submitted by the probation officer?

    <p>In the form prescribed by the Probation Administrator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time limit for the court to resolve the petition for probation?

    <p>5 days after receipt of the investigation report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the reasons for establishing a probation system?

    <p>To reduce the financial burden on the country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the decree?

    <p>To punish all offenders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Probation System

    • A 'probationer' is a person who is placed on probation.

    Goals and Purpose

    • The primary goal of the correctional system is to reform and rehabilitate offenders.
    • The purpose of the decree is to establish a probation system that provides an alternative to imprisonment.

    Probation Requirements

    • A prerequisite for a defendant to be placed on probation is not specified in the decree.

    Probation Procedure

    • When an application for probation is filed, the court orders the probation officer to conduct an investigation.
    • The probation officer submits an investigation report to the court within a specific time limit.
    • The court resolves the petition for probation within a specific time limit.

    Decree Details

    • The decree was issued by the relevant authority (not specified in the text).
    • The title of the decree is not specified in the text.
    • The investigation report submitted by the probation officer is in writing.

    Probation System Objectives

    • One of the reasons for establishing a probation system is to reduce the number of prisoners.

    Exclusions

    • The decree does not include rehabilitation of victims as one of its purposes.

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    Test your knowledge of the Presidential Decree No. 968, which establishes a probation system in the Philippines, aiming to promote the reformation of offenders and reduce recidivism. Learn about the goals and objectives of this decree. Assess your understanding of the Philippines' correctional system and its rehabilitation programs.

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