Question

1. A new law was passed in the Philippines, imposing stricter penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol. The law provides that anyone caught with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level exceeding the legal limit shall be fined and imprisoned for a specific duration. The law also clarifies that it applies to all individuals, regardless of their occupation or social status.

In a high-profile case, a famous celebrity was arrested for driving recklessly while intoxicated. The celebrity's defense attorney argues that since their client is a well-known public figure and has made significant contributions to society, the new law should not apply to them. The defense asserts that the law's generality principle should be interpreted in a way that exempts socially influential individuals from its strict application.

Discuss the applicability of the generality principle of penal laws (Civil Code, Art. 14) to the scenario, specifically addressing whether or not the celebrity should be exempted from the new law due to their occupation and social status. Support your answer with legal provisions and jurisprudence.