Practice question
After an official assumes office, a qualifying defect in title arises or is discovered during incumbency. A proper claimant invokes Rule 66 and satisfies its independent requirements. The official argues that section 253's election period categorically abolishes every possible quo warranto action during the entire term. What does Miguel v. Ogena establish?
- The official is immune for the rest of the term.
- A distinct Rule 66 action may be available for the described defect, so the absolute proposition is incorrect.
- Every late election petition automatically becomes timely.
- Any voter may ignore all Rule 66 standing requirements.
- The claimant automatically becomes the winner without proving the defect.
Legal references
- Batas Pambansa Blg. 881, section 253, https://lawphil.net/statutes/bataspam/bp1985/bp_881_1985.html
- Miguel v. Ogena, G.R. No. 256053, November 5, 2024, https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2024/nov2024/gr_256053_2024.html
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