Case Summary (G.R. No. 108)
Nature of the Case
The defendant, Juan Escobar, was charged with the offense of lesiones graves, as stipulated under Article 416 of the Penal Code. The court's decision was challenged on the basis of the factual findings and the applicable legal provisions.
Factual Background
The evidence presented indicates that Bernabela Pacleb expressly forbade Juan Escobar from entering her home. Nevertheless, on the occasion in question, he not only entered but engaged in a physical confrontation with Pacleb. Following the initial conflict, Pacleb fled her house but was pursued by Escobar, who struck her multiple times with a stick. This confrontation resulted in noticeable injuries, including a wound over her left eye and a fracture of the left forearm. Although the injury healed without permanent deformity, she experienced a temporary incapacitation for work due to the injuries.
Legal Findings
Upon reviewing the facts, it was concluded that the defendant's actions warranted a conviction under Article 416, specifically paragraph 4, instead of paragraph 3, as initially adjudicated. The aggravating factors, taking into consideration the nature of the gender dynamics and the circumstances of the incident, were recognized based on Article 10, number 9 of the Penal Code. However, the court determined that there were no extenuating circumstances to mitigate the defendant’s liability.
Sentencing and Conclusion
The court overturned the lower court's judgment and reduced the defendant’s s
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Case Background
- The case originates from the Court of First Instance of Ilocos Sur.
- The defendant, Juan Escobar, was convicted of the crime of lesiones graves under Article 416, No. 3 of the Penal Code.
- The defendant received a sentence of three years of prision correccional.
Incident Description
- The complainant, Bernabela Pacleb, had previously forbade the defendant from visiting her home, as he was a suitor of her daughter.
- On the occasion in question, the defendant disregarded this prohibition and entered the complainant's house.
- The exact intentions of the defendant during his visit remain ambiguous—whether to court the daughter or to confront the mother is unclear.
- A confrontation ensued, leading to the complainant fleeing her home into the street, pursued by the defendant.
Assault Details
- The defendant struck the complainant multiple times with a stick while they were outside.
- Following the assault, the complainant sought refuge in a neighbor’s house.
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