Practice question
A person manufactures tools proved specially adapted to robbery in circumstances satisfying the applicable Article 304 charge. He argues that no building was entered and therefore every act is legally mere unpunishable preparation. Which is sound?
- Every express preparatory offense disappears until robbery is complete.
- Examine the independently defined manufacturing offense rather than requiring completed entry for every charge.
- A building entry is an express universal condition of Article 304.
- No conduct involving tools can ever be punishable.
- The court must substitute an unspecified felony.
Legal references
- Revised Penal Code, Articles 6-8 and 304-305 (cited provisions): https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/28/20426
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