Practice question
A prisoner’s death sentence is reduced to reclusion perpetua by reason of RA 9346. The prisoner argues that this legislative reduction automatically creates parole eligibility. Which express provision must be considered?
- Section 3 excludes the specified persons from parole eligibility
- Every reduction automatically requires parole
- Parole and acquittal are identical
- The Act guarantees release after one year
- Only the prison’s preference determines eligibility
Legal references
- RA 9346, Sections 1-4, prohibition and replacement of death penalty: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2006/ra_9346_2006.html
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