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Penalties for Different Types of Arson
What types of buildings are subject to the penalty of Reclusion Temporal to Reclusion Perpetua in arson cases?
Government offices, inhabited houses, industrial establishments, plantations, and transportation hubs.
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Confiscation of Property Involved in Arson
What happens to the building involved in arson?
It shall be confiscated and escheated to the State unless the owner proves no participation or knowledge of the arson.
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Corpus Delicti in Arson Cases
What two facts must be established to prove corpus delicti in arson?
1. Burning 2. Criminal design or motive.
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Frustrated and Attempted Arson
What are preparatory acts in the context of arson?
Preparatory acts, like buying a match, do not constitute attempted arson unless a direct movement to commit the act is executed.
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Penalties for Different Types of Arson
What is the penalty if death results from arson?
Reclusion Perpetua to death.
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Elements of Consummated Arson
What constitutes consummated arson?
A felony is consummated when all the elements necessary for its execution and accomplishment are present.
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Frustrated and Attempted Arson
What is attempted arson?
It occurs when the offender begins the commission of a felony through overt acts but does not complete it due to reasons other than voluntary desistance.
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Penalties for Different Types of Arson
What is the penalty for destructive arson involving certain properties?
Reclusion Temporal in its maximum period to Reclusion Perpetua.
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Penalties for Different Types of Arson
What is the penalty for Reclusion Perpetua?
20 years 1 day to 40 years.
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Conspiracy to Commit Arson
What is considered a syndicate in the context of arson?
A group of three or more persons planning or carrying out the offense.
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Penalties for Different Types of Arson
What happened to the death penalty after the EDSA Revolution?
It was abolished by President Corazon C. Aquino.
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Penalties for Different Types of Arson
What is the penalty for Reclusion Temporal?
12 years 1 day to 20 years.
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Conspiracy to Commit Arson
What is the punishment for conspiracy to commit arson?
Prision Mayor in its minimum period (6 years 1 day to 12 years).
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Frustrated and Attempted Arson
What is frustrated arson?
It occurs when the offender performs all acts of execution that would produce the felony, but it does not occur due to causes independent of the perpetrator's will.
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Frustrated and Attempted Arson
Provide an example of attempted arson.
Juan soaks a rag with kerosene and attempts to ignite it to burn Pedro's house but is arrested before he can do so.
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Circumstances Constituting Prima Facie Evidence of Arson
What happens if more than two fires occur in the same premises during the fire insurance policy?
It may indicate potential arson by the offender or insured.
What is the definition of arson?
The criminal burning of property, or maliciously and intentionally starting a fire or causing an explosion.
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Relevant Laws and Amendments on Arson
What does Article 320 – 326 of the Revised Penal Code define?
It defines Arson in its forms and penalties.
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Penalties for Different Types of Arson
What is the penalty for burning someone else's property under Presidential Decree 1613?
Prision Mayor, which is 6 years and 1 day to 12 years.
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Circumstances Constituting Prima Facie Evidence of Arson
What is a significant indicator of potential arson related to insured effects?
A substantial portion of insured effects being withdrawn shortly before the fire.
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Circumstances Constituting Prima Facie Evidence of Arson
What constitutes prima facie evidence of arson?
Fire starting simultaneously in multiple parts, storage of flammable materials, presence of flammable substances, or over-insured property.
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Elements of Consummated Arson
What was the ruling in People vs. Hernandez regarding consummated arson?
The consummation of the crime does not depend upon the extent of the damage caused.
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Corpus Delicti in Arson Cases
What does 'corpus delicti' mean in legal terms?
It refers to the fact that a crime has been committed.
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Relevant Laws and Amendments on Arson
What is the significance of PD 1613?
It amends the law on Arson and defines the Prima facie Evidence of Arson.
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Penalties for Different Types of Arson
What penalty does PD 1744 impose on arsonists?
It imposes the death penalty for arson.
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Penalties for Different Types of Arson
What types of properties are considered in the penalty for destructive arson?
Archives, museums, ammunition factories, places of worship, and buildings where evidence is kept for official proceedings.
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Penalties for Different Types of Arson
Under what circumstances is the maximum penalty for arson imposed?
If committed with intent to gain, for the benefit of another, motivated by spite, or by a syndicate.
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Repealing Clauses Related to Arson Laws
What is the consequence of the repealing clause mentioned in the document?
It repeals or amends inconsistent provisions of Articles 320 to 326-B of the revised Penal Code and related laws.
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Frustrated and Attempted Arson
Provide an example of frustrated arson.
Luke prepares a kerosene-soaked rag to burn Peter's house, but Peter extinguishes the fire before any damage occurs.
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Relevant Laws and Amendments on Arson
What power does RA 6975 Sec. 54 grant to the Fire Bureau?
It allows the Fire Bureau to investigate all cases of fires and file complaints with the appropriate prosecutor.
