Practice question
A judgment imposes only a fine for a light felony. The convict has no property to pay it. What is the maximum subsidiary imprisonment under Article 39(2)?
- Fifteen days.
- Six months in every fine-only case.
- One year.
- Three years.
- An unlimited term until payment.
Legal references
- RA 10159, Section 1 amending RPC Article 39, subsidiary personal liability: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2012/ra_10159_2012.html
- Nanzan v People, G.R. No. 262084, April 3, 2024, main decision, fine distinct from civil indemnity and current subsidiary rate: https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2024/apr2024/gr_262084_2024.html
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