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Ruling on Frustrated Rape Case by Stan Aileron is a document available to read on EtoBox.

Cristina S. Abayan, a 19-year-old college student, was assaulted by appellant, a Philippine Constabulary soldier, after returning home from a party. Appellant dragged her upstairs at knifepoint, undressed her, and ordered her to have sex with him. He attempted penetration but was only partially successful. The trial court convicted appellant of frustrated rape, believing penetration had not occurred. However, the Supreme Court ruled penetration is not necessary for rape; any penetration of the female organ

Author

Stan Aileron

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EN