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Nov 17, 2020 criminal law robbery with rape grave threats revised penal code supreme court evidence

Robbery with Rape and Grave Threats: Key Lessons from People v. Bueza

A Supreme Court ruling clarifies how credible testimony can prove robbery with rape and grave threats, even without physical injuries.

Aug 26, 2020 robbery with rape criminal law conspiracy revised penal code supreme court ruling philippine law

Robbery with Rape: When Accomplices Are Liable for a Co-Accused’s Rape

The Supreme Court clarifies when a robber is liable for a co-accused’s rape, requiring proof of awareness and opportunity to prevent it.

Jun 21, 2020 rape law criminal law supreme court revised penal code sexual assault jurisprudence

Slightest Penetration Rule in Philippine Rape Law: What It Means

Philippine law treats rape as consummated by the slightest penetration, even mere touching of the labia majora. Here's what the Supreme Court ruled.