Practice question
What does Rule 111 Section 4 direct if the accused dies before arraignment?
- Dismissal without prejudice to a civil action the offended party may file against the estate.
- Automatic conviction of the heirs.
- Continuation of personal imprisonment against a child.
- Automatic payment of every claimed sum without proof.
- Permanent extinction of every conceivable estate claim.
Legal references
- Rules of Court, Rule 111 Sections 2-4, civil claims and death of accused: https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/rc_110-127_crim.html
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