Practice question
Two accused actively execute different coordinated parts of a proved BP22 common design. One negotiates and induces the planned issuance, while another signs. All offense and conspiracy requirements are proved beyond reasonable doubt. One seeks acquittal solely because the parties performed different acts. Which distinction is correct?
- Different roles do not alone defeat established conspirator liability
- Every conspirator must perform an identical act
- Only the person holding the pen can ever be liable
- Coordination disproves every agreement
- Different roles repeal Article 10
Legal references
- Revised Penal Code, Articles 8, 10 and 22, as applicable: https://lawphil.net/statutes/acts/act1930/act_3815_1930.html
- Ladonga v. People, GR 141066, February 17, 2005, main decision: https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2005/feb2005/gr_141066_2005.html
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