Practice question
An accused chooses to testify, then claims complete immunity from cross-examination on the direct testimony. Explain Rule 115’s distinction between choosing whether to testify and the consequence of taking the stand.
Legal references
- Revised Rules of Criminal Procedure, Rule 115, Section 1: https://lawphil.net/courts/supreme/rc/rc_110-127_2000.html; Section 1(d)–(e).
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