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Oct 6, 1998 ra 7610 lascivious conduct child abuse child protection criminal law people vs larin

Lascivious Conduct Under RA 7610: What People v. Larin Teaches About Child Protection

Understand lascivious conduct under RA 7610 through People v. Larin, and how Philippine law protects children from sexual abuse.

Sep 6, 1998 rape criminal law witness credibility victim testimony supreme court jurisprudence

Credibility of Victim Testimony in Rape Cases: Lessons from People v. Ferrer

Philippine courts rely heavily on victim credibility in rape cases. People v. Ferrer shows why trial court findings on witness demeanor are rarely overturned.

Apr 1, 1998 rape criminal law credibility of witnesses child victim supreme court ruling

Rape Conviction Affirmed: Why Minor Inconsistencies in a Child Victim's Testimony Do Not Destroy Credibility

The Supreme Court affirms a triple rape conviction, explaining why minor inconsistencies in a young victim's testimony do not undermine credibility.

Jun 17, 1996 alibi defense criminal law philippine law positive identification circumstantial evidence people vs bracamonte

Alibi Defense in Philippine Criminal Law: Requirements and Limitations

Understand when alibi works as a defense in Philippine criminal cases, its legal requirements, and why courts view it with suspicion.