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What is the primary crime defined in Article 355 of the Revised Penal Code?
What is the primary crime defined in Article 355 of the Revised Penal Code?
Under the Cybercrime Prevention Act, which of the following acts can be prosecuted?
Under the Cybercrime Prevention Act, which of the following acts can be prosecuted?
What happens to penalties for crimes committed through technology under the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
What happens to penalties for crimes committed through technology under the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
Which statement is true regarding prosecution under the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
Which statement is true regarding prosecution under the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
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What type of defamation does libel pertain to as defined by the Revised Penal Code?
What type of defamation does libel pertain to as defined by the Revised Penal Code?
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Which of the following is NOT considered libel under the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
Which of the following is NOT considered libel under the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
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What must be proven for a person to be held liable for aiding or abetting a cybercrime?
What must be proven for a person to be held liable for aiding or abetting a cybercrime?
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How is libel treated under the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
How is libel treated under the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
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Which aspect of libel is highlighted in Article 355 of the Revised Penal Code?
Which aspect of libel is highlighted in Article 355 of the Revised Penal Code?
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Study Notes
Libel
- Libel is a crime, defined in Article 355 of the Revised Penal Code.
- It punishes malicious accusations or defamation that damage a person's reputation.
- Libel causes dishonor, discredit, or contempt towards a person.
- Under the Cybercrime Prevention Act, libel committed via computer systems or future technologies is also punishable.
Other Offenses
- Aiding or Abetting: Anyone who helps commit a cybercrime is liable and can be prosecuted.
- Attempting a Cybercrime: Attempting any cybercrime listed in this law leads to liability and prosecution.
All Crimes Under Other Laws
- Crimes under the Revised Penal Code or special laws which utilize information and communication technologies (like internet).
- Penalties for these crimes are one degree higher than under existing laws.
Liability Under Other Laws
- Prosecution under cybercrime law doesn't prevent prosecution under other laws.
- A person can still be prosecuted under other regulations (e.g., the Revised Penal Code) alongside penalties under the cybercrime prevention act.
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