Practice question
A physician uses professional knowledge to assist in intentionally causing an abortion prohibited by Article256. She argues Article259 reaches only an unlicensed person. Assuming the stated elements and no lawful justification, which response follows the text?
- Article259 expressly addresses a physician or midwife taking advantage of professional knowledge or skill
- The provision excludes physicians
- Only pharmacists are mentioned
- Professional qualifications always provide immunity
- The provision concerns only post-birth theft
Legal references
- Revised Penal Code relevant substantive provisions: https://lawphil.net/statutes/acts/act1930/act_3815_1930.html Articles253 and256–259.
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