Practice question
An older printed copy gives a low historical fine for conspiracy to treason. The conduct is after RA10951’s effectivity and no later applicable amendment is identified. A prosecutor insists the old print alone controls over the enacted amendment. Which is correct?
- Use amended Article115, including its P2000000 conspiracy fine ceiling
- An old print repeals RA10951
- The oldest text always controls future conduct
- All fines become optional when copies differ
- The court may choose any amount without the statutory ceiling
Legal references
- Revised Penal Code Articles4–5,8,16–22,59, specified provisions: https://lawphil.net/statutes/acts/act1930/act_3815_1930.html Article8 special criminalization principle.
- RA10951 Sections4 and6, updated Articles115 and136: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2017/ra_10951_2017.html
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