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Practice question: Control of Prosecution

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A student says every substantive amendment requires court leave even before plea. Explain the current distinction confirmed in People v Peralta.

Legal references

  • Rules of Court, Rule110 Sections2–5,14,16 and Rule111 Sections1–3: https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/rc_110-127_crim.html
  • AM02-2-07-SC, April10,2002, amending Rule110 Section5 effectiveMay1,2002: https://lawphil.net/courts/supreme/am/am_02-2-07-sc_2002.html
  • People v Peralta, GR257105, August27,2025, MAIN opinion, pre-plea amendment and Rule110 Section14 exception: https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2025/aug2025/gr_257105_2025.html

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