Facts:

• In June 1932, Crispin Iman began courting 17-year-old Corazon Arcadio.
• Initially unsuccessful, Corazon reciprocated his affections by August 1932 after Crispin's persistent efforts and promises of marriage.
• In April 1933, Corazon wanted to end the relationship due to Crispin's indecent proposals, but they reconciled each time he professed his love.
• In May 1933, while Corazon's parents were away, Crispin engaged in sexual relations with her after renewing his marriage promise.
• Their relationship became sexual, and by October 1933, Corazon discovered she was pregnant.
• Crispin initially agreed to marry her but later claimed he was engaged to another woman.
• Corazon's parents intervened, leading to police involvement.
• On November 7, 1933, Crispin promised to marry Corazon in front of the chief of police but later refused due to family disapproval and religious differences.
• Corazon gave birth to a son on March 9, 1934.
• The prosecution presented letters from Crispin affirming their romantic relationship and his marriage promise.
• The trial court found Crispin guilty of seduction under Article 338 of the Revised Penal Code.

Issue:

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Ruling:

• The Supreme Court affirmed the trial court's decision, finding Crispin Iman guilty of seduction.
• The court determined that the essential elements of the crime were present, including the promise of marriage and s...(Unlock)

Ratio:

• The court emphasized that the promise of marriage is crucial in establishing deceit in seduction cases.
• A prior promise influencing the victim's consent suffices; it does not need to be reiterated immediately before the act.
• Corazon's chastity was compromised due to Crispin's repeated promises, leading her to yield to his advances.
• The absence of...continue reading