Practice question
What does Section 27 provide about being under alcohol, an illicit drug, or another mind-altering substance?
- It is a complete defense under RA 9262.
- It automatically justifies physical violence.
- It is not a defense under the Act.
- It erases every civil remedy.
- It makes the victim responsible for the act.
Legal references
- RA 9262, Sections 3–6 and 24–27: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2004/ra_9262_2004.html
- Acharon v People, G.R. No. 224946, November 9, 2021, en banc main decision, willful financial denial and distinct Sections 5(e) and 5(i): https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2021/nov2021/gr_224946_2021.html
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