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Jan 10, 2021 robbery revised penal code criminal law supreme court poquiz v people intent to gain

Robbery Under Philippine Law: When Taking and Intent to Gain Are Complete

The Supreme Court in Poquiz v. People clarifies when robbery is consummated—the moment of taking, not recovery. Learn the elements and practical implications.