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Feb 18, 2024 defense of relatives justifying circumstances revised penal code criminal law self-defense unlawful aggression

Defense of Relatives in the Philippines: When Is Killing Justified?

Philippine law allows killing to defend a relative, but strict conditions apply. Learn the rules from the Galorio case.

Feb 11, 1998 defense of relative unlawful aggression self-defense revised penal code murder criminal law

Defense of a Relative in the Philippines: Proving Unlawful Aggression

Philippine law allows defense of a relative, but only if unlawful aggression is clearly proven. A Supreme Court case shows why.

Sep 23, 1996 self-defense defense of relatives justifying circumstances revised penal code criminal law unlawful aggression

Self-Defense and Defense of Relatives in Philippine Law: Limits and Lessons from People v. Babor

When does self-defense fail in the Philippines? People v. Babor clarifies the limits of justifying circumstances, unlawful aggression, and reasonable force.