17 Questions
What is the primary source of Philippine criminal law?
Revised Penal Code
In what instances can Congress delegate the power to issue Penal Executive Orders to the President?
When a law explicitly delegates such power
What are the limitations on Congress's power to enact penal laws?
They must not partake of the nature of ex-post facto law
Which clause of the Constitution would be violated if penal laws enacted by Congress are not general in application?
Equal Protection Clause
What does it mean for a law to be considered ex post facto?
It punishes an act that was legal when committed
Why can't a President exercise the power to issue Penal Executive Orders without an enacted law delegating such power?
It would violate the Separation of Powers principle
Where do Philippine penal laws have force and effect?
In the Philippine archipelago, including its atmosphere, interior waters, and maritime zone
Under what circumstance can an offender be prosecuted before Philippine courts for an act committed outside the territory of the Philippines?
If the act is committed on a Philippine ship or airship
What provision of the Revised Penal Code allows for enforcement outside the Philippine Archipelago under certain circumstances?
Article 2
In what situation can Philippine penal laws be given retroactive application?
As a general rule, they cannot be given retroactive application
Who falls under the jurisdiction of Philippine penal laws even if the act is committed outside its territory?
Public officers or employees committing an offense in the exercise of their functions
According to Article 2 of the Revised Penal Code, where can the provisions of the code be enforced?
Within the Philippine Archipelago, its atmosphere, interior waters, and maritime zone
Who can be held accountable under the extra-territorial application of the Revised Penal Code according to Article 2?
Individuals committing offenses while on a Philippine ship or airship
In which situation would the provisions of the Revised Penal Code apply extra-territorially?
Forging currency notes of any country
Under what condition would public officers or employees fall under extra-territorial application according to Article 2?
Committing an offense during exercise of their functions outside the Philippine Archipelago
Which action would NOT fall under the extra-territorial application of the Revised Penal Code as per Article 2?
Introducing foreign obligations and securities into Philippine territory
Who would be subject to extra-territorial enforcement according to Article 2 if they commit any crimes against national security?
Individuals committing offenses affecting international peace and order
Test your knowledge on Article 2 of the Revised Penal Code, which covers the scope of application of its provisions, including enforcement within and outside the Philippine Archipelago. Explore the details of when the Code applies and to whom it applies.
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