Practice question
PAO uses appropriated funds to provide free legal defense to a person charged under RA10168. No other improper conduct is shown. A critic says representation itself is prohibited financing. Which is best?
- The accusation automatically proves PAO guilt
- A criminal charge removes all defense rights
- Only a conviction allows legal assistance
- PAO must obtain the complainant’s consent first
- Section14 expressly protects the stated appropriation and use for free legal assistance
Legal references
- RA10168 Section14: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2012/ra_10168_2012.html
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