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Practice question: Method of Arrest

Multiple Choice Hard

Practice question

An officer reasonably believes the suspect is inside a building, lawfully enters after the required announcement and refusal, and is then trapped when another person locks the exit. The officer breaks only what is necessary to get out. Which provision directly supports liberation?
  1. Rule113 Section12, following entry in accordance with Section11
  2. A rule allowing destruction of any unrelated property
  3. A rule requiring the officer to remain imprisoned
  4. A rule converting the building into police property
  5. A rule eliminating all necessity limits

Legal references

  • Rules of Court, Rule113 Sections8,10,12–13: https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/rc_110-127_crim.html

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