Practice question
A framework-compliant drug plea proposal faces a valid objection supported by evidence establishing the offender’s recidivism. Under Aquino, does framework compliance alone compel approval?
- No; the valid supported objection must be heard and, if meritorious, bars the bargain
- Yes; compliance overrides every evidentiary objection
- Yes; recidivism is never relevant
- Yes; the accused has an unconditional right to approval
- Yes; the judge may never receive evidence
Legal references
- Rules of Court, Rule116 Sections1,3–9: https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/rc_110-127_crim.html
- Aquino v People, GR259094, January28,2025, EN BANC MAIN opinion, comprehensive drug plea-bargaining guidelines1,3,5–12: https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2025/jan2025/gr_259094_2025.html
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