Practice question
The parties and prosecution office have access to suitable ICT. An inquest is held by videoconference. Counsel argues that using e-inquest eliminates identity verification, administration of the oath, and the need to preserve a record of the proceedings. Which is correct?
- All safeguards disappear online
- Only the arresting officer's identity matters
- No counsel is needed because the hearing is remote
- E-inquest retains prescribed safeguards, including identity checks, oath or affirmation, and recording of the videoconference
- A videoconference automatically proves every element
Legal references
- https://comanialaw.com/doj-department-circular-no-015-series-of-2024/ — Reproduced DOJ D.C. No. 015, series of 2024, §§12–20 (inquest and remedies); issuance upheld in Meking.
- https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/4/70233 — Meking v. Remulla, G.R. No. 280455, November 11, 2025, EN BANC MAIN decision (DOJ-NPS rules and executive charging standard).
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