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Practice question: Concept

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Practice question

Is jurisdiction over the offense identical to jurisdiction over the accused’s person?
  1. Yes, any arrest creates power over all offenses
  2. Yes, parties can create both solely by agreement
  3. No; they are distinct aspects
  4. No court ever needs jurisdiction over the accused
  5. Only the victim’s residence determines both

Legal references

  • Gomez v. People, G.R.216824, November10 2020: https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2020/nov2020/gr_216824_2020.html

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