Art. 90

Question 1

Prescriptive period of reclusion perpetua and reclusion temporal

Answer 1

20 years

Question 2

Prescriptive period of prision mayor perpetual or temporary absolute disqualification or perpetual or temporary special disqualification

Answer 2

15 years

Question 3

Prescriptive period of prision correccional suspension and destierro

Answer 3

10 years

Question 4

Prescriptive period of arresto mayor

Answer 4

5 years

Question 5

Prescriptive period of libel and similar offenses

Answer 5

1 year

Question 6

Prescriptive period of oral defamation and slander by deed

Answer 6

6 months

Question 7

Prescriptive period of crimes punishable by arresto menor

Answer 7

2 months

Question 8

Prescriptive period of offenses under special laws and municipal ordinances under Act No. 3763 amending Act No. 3326 (7)

Answer 8

1. Only by fine or by imprisonment for not more than 1 month or both - after 1 year
2. Imprisonment for more than 1 month but less than 2 years - after 4 years
3. Imprisonment for more than 2 years but less than 6 years - after 8 years
4. Imprisonment for 6 years or more - after 12 years
5. Under internal revenue law - after 5 years
6. Municipal ordinances - after 2 months
7. Regulations or conditiosn of certificate of convenience by the Public Service Commission - after 2 months