Probation qualifications: multiple offenses in single proceeding

The Probation Law, as amended, disqualifies only those who have been convicted of grave felonies as defined in Art. 9 in relation to Art. 25 of The Revised Penal Code,^[16] and not necessarily those who have been convicted of multiple offenses in a single proceeding who are deemed to be less perverse. Hence, the basis of the disqualification is principally the gravity of the offense committed and the concomitant degree of penalty imposed. Those sentenced to a maximum term not exceeding six (6) years are not generally considered callous, hard core criminals, and thus may avail of probation.

EN BANC

[ G.R. No. 108747, April 06, 1995 ]

PABLO C. FRANCISCO, PETITIONER, VS. COURT OF APPEALS AND THE HONORABLE MAXIMO C. CONTRERAS, RESPONDENTS.