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Under the Revised Penal Code, minors are exempted from criminal liability.
Paolo, a 15 year old boy stabbed a man and stole his wallet. Therefore,
Paolo is exempted from criminal liability.
*Connected Premise:*
Under the Revised Penal Code, minors are exempted from criminal liability
except when they committed the crime with discernment. Paolo, a 15 year old
boy cursed the victim while stabbing him, and stole the victims belongings
when he was already dying. Therefore, Paolo committed the crime with
discernment and is criminally liable.