Article 271 Revised Penal Code

Article 271 of the Revised Penal Code is about Inducing a minor to abandon his home. It is under Chapter One (Crimes Against Liberty) of Title Nine (Crimes Against Personal Liberty And Security) of the Code.

Inducing a minor to abandon his home

The penalty of prision correccional and a fine not exceeding seven hundred pesos shall be imposed upon anyone who shall induce a minor to abandon the home of his parent or guardians or the persons entrusted with his custody.

If the person committing any of the crimes covered by the two preceding articles shall be the father or the mother of the minor, the penalty shall be arresto mayor or a fine not exceeding three hundred pesos, or both.

See also: Article 270 Revised Penal Code