Article 365

Act No. 3815 · Revised Penal CodeKey provision

ELI5— what this means for you

Reckless imprudence (culpa): any act done without malice but with inexcusable lack of precaution that results in injury to person or damage to property. Covers traffic accidents caused by negligence, medical malpractice, and workplace accidents.

Key point

Causing a car accident due to careless driving = reckless imprudence resulting in homicide/physical injuries/damage to property.

Official text — Act No. 3815

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