Under the law, how is the crime of Rape committed by a man against a woman using force, threat, or intimidation?
Rape is committed by a man having carnal knowledge of a woman through force, threat, or intimidation.
Aside from force or threat, what other circumstances related to the victim’s condition qualify the act as Rape?
Rape is committed when the victim is unconscious, demented, under 12 years old, or subjected to fraudulent machination.
What is the prescribed basic penalty for Rape involving carnal knowledge under Article 266-A, paragraph 1?
The basic penalty for rape involving carnal knowledge is reclusion perpetua.
When is the maximum penalty of death imposed for Rape under Article 266-B?
Death penalty is imposed if homicide occurs during rape, or if the victim is a minor related to the offender.
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What are the qualifying circumstances related to law enforcement custody or public viewing that mandate the death penalty for Rape?
Rape committed while the victim is in police custody or in full view of their family mandates the death penalty.
What is the penalty for a woman who practices abortion upon herself or consents to another person doing so?
Woman practicing abortion upon herself or consenting receives prision correccional medium/maximum, unless for dishonor.
What is the penalty for the parents of a pregnant woman who cause an abortion with her consent to conceal her dishonor?
Parents causing abortion with the woman’s consent to conceal dishonor suffer prision correccional medium/maximum.
How are physicians or midwives penalized if they cause or assist in causing an abortion?
Physicians or midwives causing abortion suffer the maximum penalty under Article 256 due to abuse of skill.
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What is the offense committed by a pharmacist who dispenses an abortive substance without a proper prescription?
Pharmacists dispensing abortives without prescription suffer arresto mayor and a fine up to P100,000.
What is the responsibility and penalty imposed upon a person who kills their adversary in a duel?
Killing an adversary in a duel is punished by reclusion temporal; injuries are penalized according to their nature.
