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Practice question: Right Against Excessive Fines, Cruel and Inhuman Punishment

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A custodian claims conduct cannot be torture without visible physical injuries. Severe intentional mental suffering and the statutory purpose and official-involvement elements are proved. Apply RA 9745.

Legal references

  • Republic Act No. 9745, Anti-Torture Act of 2009: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2009/ra_9745_2009.html Section 3(a).

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