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Governing doctrine on the effects of repeal or amendment of penal statutes on criminal liability and penalties, including retroactive application of a more lenient law. Facts: On June 3, 2020, Liza committed robbery by taking PHP 120,000 from a bank. Under the old Robbery Law, the penalty ranged from 6 to 12 years of imprisonment. On September 1, 2020, the Robbery Law was amended to reduce the penalty to 4 to 7 years. On October 15, 2020, Liza is charged and convicted under the amended law for the act committed on June 3, 2020. Which law applies to the offense and what is the proper sentence? Explain.