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Question 19
19. A and B got married during the pandemic. They had a daughter named C. They
rented a house and lived together until 2024, when they parted ways. A then moved
to her parents’ house. Initially, B sent part of his monthly salary to A, but he stopped
after a few months. For the next three years, B failed to communicate with A or
provide any support to their child. As a result, B was indicted for economic abuse or
violation of Section 5(i) of Republic Act No. 9262 or the Anti-Violence Against
Women and Children Act. In his defense, B claimed that he did not intend to
withhold support from A and C, but since his parents got seriously ill, he had to
support them instead. Is B guilty as charged? Reason(s).
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