RAPE

A Physical Violation of Human Rights

 WHAT IS RAPE?
Rape is an unlawful sexual activity that is done against the will of
the victim through force or threats. This is commonly done to
victims who are incapable of giving legal consent because of
status, mental illness, mental deficiency, intoxication,
unconsciousness, or deception. There are different forms of
rape, the following listed below are some of them:
Diminished Capacity Rape - committed when one
person forces sexual penetration to another who
cannot consent to the act.
Age-Related Rape - statutory rape wherein rapists
act on people below the legal age.
Incest - act of rape dictated by a relationship
between two family members.
 RAPE IN THE PHILIPPINES
According to the Philippine National Police (PNP), rape is
one of the most common crimes committed. PNP chief
Fen. Rodolfo Azurin Jr. said that rape, as well as theft
and physical violence are prevalent within the country
since the start of president BongBong Marcos’
administration.

Despite the fact that it is commonly seen throughout the

country, incidents of rape fell to 3,762 from 5,192 on
July 5, 2022 to January 7, 2022, dropping in about 1,701
cases.
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PHILIPPINES
In Quezon City, the Quezon City Regional Trial Court
has sentenced Chief M./Sgt. Galahad Altarejos to 40
years of imprisonment on a decision dated on
February 6, 2023.

Judge Maria Gilda Loja-Pangilinan, in her ruling,

found the officer guilty of violating R.A. 8353 or the
anti-rape law as Altarejos made sexual advances on
a 17 year old girl in January 2022.

It was said the the act was done without the consent
of the girl and only through force and intimidation.
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PHILIPPINES
The Silawan Rape Case in 2019 is one of the most
notorious cases of rape in recent years. In March 2019
in Lapu-Lapu City, 16-year-old Christine Lee Silawan
was found dead in a field with the skin and muscles on
her face carved clean right down to the bone; revealing
the skull and eyeballs that were still intact.

Nearly a month later, police arrested 42-year-old

Reneto Payupan Llenes, who confessed to the crime. He
stated that he was obsessed with the girl, and seeing
that she had relationships with other boys, he became
so jealous and enraged that he decided to kill her.
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The convicted detailed how he was inspired by the Momo
Challenge; a dare-type game that urged children to commit
various crimes and self-harm which was popular during
those years.

When he was asked where he learned to carve skin and

muscle off the bone, he answered that it was through
social media sites such as YouTube and Facebook. Through
this, Llenes used scissors to remove her face.

The murderer was found dead inside the comfort room of

his detention cell on May 24, 2023 where he took his own
life.
 MANDATORY MINIMUM SENTENCING FOR
CONVICTED RAPISTS
The law mandates a minimum prison sentence that
convicted rapists must serve before becoming eligible
for parole or early release. The minimum sentence would
be set at a predetermined duration, such as 15 to 20
years, depending on the severity of the offense and
other aggravating factors. It applies to all forms of rape,
including acquaintance rape, marital rape, and stranger
rape, regardless of the victim's age, gender, or
relationship to the perpetrator.
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CONVICTED RAPISTS
Terms and Conditions
The mandatory minimum sentence is non-negotiable and
cannot be reduced or suspended, except under exceptional
circumstances, such as substantial assistance to law
enforcement or cooperation in the investigation or prosecution
of other crimes. Judges have the discretion to impose longer
sentences beyond the minimum requirement based on
aggravating factors, such as the use of violence, the age of the
victim, or the perpetrator's prior criminal history. Rehabilitation
and educational programs may be offered to convicted rapists
during their incarceration to address underlying issues, promote
accountability, and reduce the risk of re-offending.
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CONVICTED RAPISTS
Implementation
The law would require legislative approval and enactment by the
relevant governing body, such as the Philippine Senate
Implementation would involve collaboration between legislative
bodies, law enforcement agencies, the judiciary, and correctional
facilities to ensure adherence to the law and consistent
application of sentencing guidelines. Training programs for
judges, prosecutors, and law enforcement personnel may be
necessary to familiarize them with the new sentencing
requirements and ensure effective implementation. Public
awareness campaigns could be launched to educate the public
about the new law, its implications, and the importance of
reporting sexual violence.
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CONVICTED RAPISTS
Target Audience
The primary target of this law is individuals convicted of rape,
regardless of their age, gender, or social status. Secondary
targets include law enforcement agencies, judicial authorities,
and correctional facilities responsible for enforcing the law and
administering justice. The law also aims to protect and empower
survivors of rape by ensuring that perpetrators face appropriate
consequences for their actions and by promoting a culture of
accountability and respect for victims' rights. By implementing
mandatory minimum sentencing for convicted rapists, the
Philippines can take a significant step toward deterring sexual
violence, promoting justice for survivors, and creating a safer
society for all its citizens.
THANK YOU!
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