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Bongalon vs.

People, 694 SCRA 12 (2013)

Facts:

George Bongalon was accused of child abuse for hitting and slapping Jayson Dela Cruz, a
minor. The incident happened after Jayson allegedly threw stones at Bongalon's daughters and
burned one of their hair.

Issue:

Whether Bongalon's actions constituted child abuse under Republic Act No. 7610.

Ruling:

No. The Supreme Court ruled that Bongalon's act of hitting and slapping Jayson, although
wrong, was not child abuse under the law.Child abuse requires a specific intent to debase,
degrade, or demean the child's dignity.In this case, the Court believed Bongalon acted out of
anger and concern for his daughters, lacking the specific intent for child abuse.However, the
Court found Bongalon guilty of slight physical injuries under the Revised Penal Code due to the
injuries sustained by Jayson

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