What is reiteracion?

Answer 1

Reiteracion or Habituality.

That the offender has been previously punished for an offense to which the law attaches an equal or greater penalty or for 2 or more crimes to which it attaches a lighter penalty. (Art. 14, Par. 10)

In reiteracion (habituality), it is essential that the offender must have been previously punished, i.e., he must have served, partially or totally, the penalty imposed upon him; that the penalty for the crime for which he was previously punished, must be equal or greater than the penalty for the crime for which he is on trial, or that he had previously been punished for 2 or more offenses the penalty for which is lighter than the penalty prescribed for the offenses for which he is on trial. Reiteracion is discretionary on the court. In reiteracion, the offenses are not embraced in the same title of the Code.

To be appreciated, it is necessary to present as evidence certified copies of the sentence rendered against the accused, except when the accused pleads guilty to an information alleging reiteracion. (People v. Monterey, Sept. 3, 1996)

Answer 2

"Reiteracion" is a Spanish term that translates to "reiteration" in English. It refers to the act of repeating or emphasizing something to convey a message more assertively or clearly. In communication, reiteration can be used to reinforce key points or ensure understanding.