What may Constitutes Bigamy in the Philippines?
Bigamy is a criminal offense under Philippine law and is specifically outlined under Article 349 of the Revised Penal Code.
It occurs when a person contracts a second or subsequent marriage before the former marriage has been legally dissolved or before the absent spouse has been declared presumptively dead by means of a judicial decree.
The penalties for bigamy are severe, with imprisonment ranging from ‘prision mayor to reclusion temporal’ (6 years and 1 day to 20 years). Additionally, the guilty party may also be ordered to pay moral and exemplary damages to the offended spouse.
What may Constitute Bigamy in Australia?
Section 94 of the Marriage Act 1961 (Cth) defines the offence of bigamy as a person who goes through the form or ceremony of marriage with any person when that person is already married, to another person. The maximum penalty for this offence is five years’ imprisonment.
https://www5.austlii.edu.au/au/legis/cth/consol_act/ma196185/s94.html
When Researching:
When developing a relationship with a person either from the Philippines or in Australia, it is essential AUSTRALIAN SPONOSORS and FILIPINO VISA APPLICANTS investigate past relationship(s) of their prospective future partner and ensure that they have not ‘tripped over themselves’ and committed BIGAMY, as it is deemed a serious offence, in both countries.
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