Physical defect restricting action, defense, or communications, A13(8) Revised Penal Code
1. Concept Physical defect – refers to the mitigating circumstance under the Revised Penal Code wherein the accused is either/combination of being a deaf and dumb, blind or otherwise suffering some physical defect which would restrict his/her means of action, defense, or communication with his/her fellow beings. a. Legal basis Article 13. Mitigating circumstances. -…