Article 217 of the Revised Penal Code, as amended by Republic Act No. 10951, defines malversation and provides that “[t]he failure of a public officer to have duly forthcoming any public funds…
Tag: CIRCUMSTANTIAL EVIDENCE
May circumstantial evidence be admitted in Qualified Theft cases?
Circumstantial Evidence in Qualified Theft cases. – “Circumstantial evidence is sufficient for conviction if: (a) there is more than one circumstance; (b) the facts from which the inferences are derived are proven; and…
Circumstantial Evidence in Rape…
May an accused be convicted of rape if the victim lost consciousness prior to the rape? Yes. In the case of People v. Romel Vale y Palmaria, G.R. No. 256253, January 11,…