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Apr 23, 2010 criminal-law self-defense unlawful-aggression murder justifying-circumstances revised-penal-code

Self-Defense vs Murder: Unlawful Aggression in Philippine Criminal Law

The Supreme Court explains when self-defense fails in murder cases, focusing on unlawful aggression as its primordial element.

Aug 16, 2006 criminal-law self-defense justifying-circumstances homicide revised-penal-code

When Self-Defense Fails: Justifying Force in Lawful Duty Requires Reasonable Response

The Supreme Court clarifies when self-defense and performance of official duty justify killing, and why both failed for PNR security officers.