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Practice question: Independent Civil Actions

Multiple Choice Easy

Practice question

What quantum of proof governs an independent civil action under Rule 111 section 3?
  1. Proof beyond reasonable doubt.
  2. Substantial evidence only.
  3. Preponderance of evidence.
  4. Absolute certainty.
  5. A prosecutor’s approval alone.

Legal references

  • https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/rc_110-127_crim.html — Rule 111 sections 1–3: ex delicto action and independent civil actions.
  • https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1949/ra_386_1949.html — Civil Code articles 32, 33, 34, 2176 and 2177.
  • https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2002/aug2002/gr_145391_2002.html — Casupanan v. Laroya, G.R. 145391, August 26, 2002, main opinion: no reservation and independent quasi-delict.

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