The Supreme Court has ruled that a sudden, uncontrollable emotional outburst brought on by years of abuse may be considered a mitigating circumstance...
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MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court has affirmed the conviction of a man for parricide but reduced his penalty after finding that his sudden outburst of uncontrolled emotions, triggered by years of abuse from his father, qualifies as passion or obfuscation—a mitigating factor that can reduce the punishment for the crime. “The Court deems the
The Supreme Court has ruled that a sudden, uncontrollable emotional outburst brought on by years of abuse may be considered a mitigating circumstance...
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A Taranaki rugby player who knocked out an opponent during post-match handshakes says he was "triggered" and let his emotions get the better of him.
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