Article 100

Act No. 3815 · Revised Penal CodeKey provision

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Every person criminally liable is also civilly liable. The victim or their heirs can claim restitution (return of property), reparation for damages, and indemnification for consequential damages — even if the accused is acquitted on reasonable doubt.

Official text — Act No. 3815

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