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Sep 3, 1998 self-defense defense of strangers unlawful aggression revised penal code homicide criminal law

When Is Self-Defense Justified in the Philippines? Limits of Self-Defense and Defense of Strangers

The Supreme Court clarifies when self-defense and defense of strangers apply in the Philippines, and when they fail.

Mar 13, 1997 defense of strangers justifying circumstances revised penal code unlawful aggression self-defense philippine law

Defense of Strangers: When Can You Legally Protect Someone Else in the Philippines

Philippine law allows defending strangers, but only under strict conditions. Learn the rules from a Supreme Court ruling.