Sadly, unjust vexation under our penal laws is undefined, intentionally or otherwise. Some criminal law minds (not Criminal Minds) think this is a catch-all provision where any crime that it not otherwise defined there will fall under unjust vexation.
So let's go to dictionary definition of the term.
As defined here, vexation is defined as the act of harassing or causing trouble. So unjust vexation must mean harassing our causing trouble without justifiable reasons.
There's a well-researched blog entry by a Bacolod-based lawyer here that already gave examples, such as:
1. Disturbing and interfering with a religious ceremony;
2. Stopping a Jeep and causing a disturbance without just reasons;
3. Embracing and taking hold of the wrist of a complainant;
4. Unjustly cutting off the electricity, water and telephone lines of a tenant
According to the second paragraph of Article 287, the penalty of unjust vexation is up to the states. What is considered unjust vexation is also left up to the states as well.
Go and see an attorney (lawyer).
Yes. But unjust vexation is eligible for probation. I mean there are a lot of clogged jails so it will be better to put someone on probation and pay taxes rather than eating up peoples' taxes.
In the Philippines, bail for the crime of unjust vexation is typically set at a discretion of the court, often depending on the circumstances of the case. Generally, the amount can range from a few thousand pesos to around 10,000 pesos. However, it's important to consult legal counsel or refer to local court guidelines for specific amounts, as they can vary.
The Philippine law called "unjust vexation" is a law that is used as a catch all for crimes they don't know what to do with. It is under the penal code 2nd Paragraph of Article 287 and is punished by arresto menor or fined by 5 pesos to 200 pesos or both.
Sadly, unjust vexation under our penal laws is undefined, intentionally or otherwise. Some criminal law minds (not criminal minds) think this is a catch-all provision where any crime that it not otherwise defined there will fall under unjust vexation. So let's go to dictionary definition of the term. As defined here, vexation is defined as the act of harassing or causing trouble. So unjust vexation must mean harassing our causing trouble without justifiable reasons. There's a well-researched blog entry by a Bacolod-based lawyer here that already gave examples, such as: 1. Disturbing and interfering with a religious ceremony; 2. Stopping a Jeep and causing a disturbance without just reasons; 3. Embracing and taking hold of the wrist of a complainant; 4. Unjustly cutting off the electricity, water and telephone lines of a tenant
His vexation completely ruined the party.
Vexation is a noun, not a verb. Only verbs have tenses.
His constant interruptions during the meeting caused much vexation among the participants.
If you go to Microsoft Word and type in vexation then right click on the word and scroll down to synonyms you can find several words for vexation.
Vexation is an innate act in some people, they enjoy irritating others. EXTENSION: The daughter delighted in the vexation of her mother as she played her violin out of tune.
I was feeling a lot of vexation because of my coworkers' teasing and decided to seek new employment.