Philippine Supreme Court: Loss of Ransom Money Does Not Bar Conviction for Kidnapping for Ransom
July 21, 2026
July 21, 2026
MANILA, Philippines, July 21 -- The Supreme Court of the Philippines issued the following news release:
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SC: Loss of Ransom Money Does Not Bar Conviction for Kidnapping for Ransom
The Supreme Court (SC) has reiterated that the loss or non-presentation of ransom money in court does not prevent a conviction for kidnapping for ransom, so long as the prosecution is able to prove that ransom was demanded for the victim's release.
In a Deci . . .
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SC: Loss of Ransom Money Does Not Bar Conviction for Kidnapping for Ransom
The Supreme Court (SC) has reiterated that the loss or non-presentation of ransom money in court does not prevent a conviction for kidnapping for ransom, so long as the prosecution is able to prove that ransom was demanded for the victim's release.
In a Deci . . .