Drug abuse

This document discusses various ways in which criminal liability can be extinguished under Philippine law, including: 1. By the death of the convict before final judgment for personal and pecuniary penalties. Criminal liability is also extinguished by service of the sentence, amnesty, and absolute pardon. 2. Prescription, or the loss of the right to prosecute, also extinguishes criminal liability after a certain time period ranging from 1-20 years depending on the crime. Prescription of penalties is also discussed. 3. Civil liability survives criminal proceedings and various forms of extinguishing criminal liability, such as the death of the offender or offended party. The document provides details on the effects of different forms of ext

Roselle Ambubuyog is a visually impaired Filipina who graduated summa cum laude from Ateneo de Manila University in 2001. She lost her eyesight at age six due to Steven Johnson's Syndrome but continued her education in regular classrooms. She consistently graduated with highest honors from elementary school through college. As the first blind student at Ateneo, the university provided Braille translation software to make materials accessible to her.

The document summarizes key provisions of RA 9165, also known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 in the Philippines. It outlines unlawful acts related to dangerous drugs and their corresponding penalties, which include life imprisonment, death, and large fines. Acts such as importation, sale, possession, and cultivation of dangerous drugs are prohibited. The summary also discusses penalties for related offenses committed by government officials and employees.

The document discusses the dangers of drug use and abuse. It explains that drugs are illegal substances that can damage a person's health, behavior, and spirituality. The document also describes how drug dependency often starts with legal substances like cigarettes, alcohol, and marijuana before progressing to harder drugs. Finally, it emphasizes that everyone in society, including youths and parents, must work together to fight drug abuse and trafficking.

This document defines key terms related to dangerous drugs and outlines the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 in the Philippines. It defines drugs, recreational drugs, and provides a list of the top 10 most dangerous drugs. It then outlines the unlawful acts, penalties, agencies responsible for enforcement, and programs for treatment and rehabilitation of drug dependence.

This document summarizes key aspects of Republic Act 8353, also known as the Anti-Rape Law of 1997 in the Philippines. It expands the legal definition of rape, reclassifies rape as a crime against persons, and amends the Revised Penal Code to include stronger penalties for rape including death under certain aggravating circumstances. It also defines rape and sexual assault and outlines the new penalties imposed based on the nature and circumstances of the crimes committed.