Practice question
Quashal for a nonbarred ground is followed by an order allowing a new information within a stated period. No new information is filed in that period or any extension, and the accused is not held for another charge. What does Section5 direct?
- Indefinite detention without a new filing
- Discharge of the accused from custody
- Automatic conviction
- Automatic ownership transfer of bail property
- A private complainant may imprison the accused
Legal references
- Rules111 Section7,116 Section11,117 and118: https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/rc_110-127_crim.html
- Villa Gomez v. People, G.R.216824, November10,2020, main ruling and correct Rule117 Section9 waiver-exception text: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/18/67025
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