Quiz on Republic Act No. 7080

What does the term 'Public Officer' refer to in Republic Act No. 7080?

• Any person holding a public office in a non-government organization

• Any person holding a public office in the Government of the Republic of the Philippines

• Any person holding a private office in the Government of the Republic of the Philippines

• Any person holding a public office in a foreign country

What is the definition of 'Government' as per Republic Act No. 7080?

• Includes only government-owned corporations

• Includes the National Government and its subdivisions, agencies, or instrumentalities

• Includes only the National Government

• Includes only government-controlled corporations

What does 'Person' include in the context of Republic Act No. 7080?

• Only natural persons

• Only juridical persons

• Both natural and juridical persons

• Only government officials

What is meant by 'Ill-gotten wealth' in Republic Act No. 7080?

• Assets acquired through illegal means

• Assets acquired through inheritance

• Assets acquired through legal means

• Assets acquired legally

What is the penalty for the crime of plunder as per Republic Act No. 7080?

• Reclusion temporal

• Reclusion perpetua to death

• Community service

• Fine

Which court has the original jurisdiction for prosecutions under Republic Act No. 7080?

• Sandiganbayan

• Supreme Court

• Court of Appeals

• Regional Trial Court

What is the rule of evidence for establishing the crime of plunder?

• Prove each and every criminal act done by the accused

• Prove the guilt of the accused beyond a reasonable doubt

• Prove a pattern of overt or criminal acts indicative of the overall unlawful scheme

• Prove the innocence of the accused

What happens to a public officer if a criminal prosecution under Republic Act No. 7080 is pending in court?

• They are acquitted immediately

• They are given a bonus

• They are promoted

• They are suspended from office

What is the prescription period for the crime punishable under Republic Act No. 7080?

• 10 years

• 15 years

• 20 years

• 25 years

What happens if a public officer is convicted under Republic Act No. 7080?

• They receive a bonus

• They receive a promotion

• They lose all retirement or gratuity benefits

• They are acquitted