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Feb 12, 2019 forcible abduction rape revised penal code victim credibility criminal law supreme court

Forcible Abduction and Rape in the Philippines: Insights from People v. Villanueva

Learn how the Supreme Court treats forcible abduction with rape, victim credibility, and penalties under Philippine law.

Jun 7, 2017 rape forcible abduction complex crime criminal law revised penal code supreme court

When Forcible Abduction Is Absorbed by Rape: Key Ruling on Complex Crimes

The Supreme Court clarifies when forcible abduction with rape is actually simple rape, and explains the governing rules on victim testimony and damages.

May 28, 2002 forcible abduction revised penal code rape sweetheart defense lewd designs criminal law

Forcible Abduction: Consent, Lewd Designs, and the Limits of the Sweetheart Defense

The Supreme Court clarifies forcible abduction under Article 342, when consent matters, and why failed rape evidence still proves lewd designs.

Apr 30, 2001 criminal law conspiracy rape revised penal code philippine supreme court criminal liability

Presence vs Participation: When Mere Presence Creates Criminal Liability in Philippine Law

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when mere presence at a crime scene constitutes conspiracy versus innocent observation, using a rape case as example.

Oct 26, 1999 forcible abduction rape consent revised penal code criminal law supreme court

Forcible Abduction with Rape: Why "Sweetheart" Status Does Not Equal Consent

Philippine Supreme Court ruling clarifies that romantic relationships never imply consent to sexual acts, especially when force or abduction is involved.