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Martinez
Criminal Law II 1B
Judge Antonio Pangan
March 2016
Facts:
Issue:
Whether or not the accused is entitled to the exceptional privilege under
Article 247 of the Revised Penal Code
Held/Ruling:
Manolito Oyanib saw his wife and Jesus in the act of having sexual
intercourse. Blinded by jealousy and outrage, the accused stabbed Jesus who
fought off and kicked the accused. He vented his anger on his wife when she
reacted, not in defense of him, but in support of Jesus. Hence, he stabbed his
wife as well several times.