Practice question
A2026 prosecution is within Consebido’s prospective coverage. Before expiration, complainant files the proper sworn criminal complaint with the proper prosecution office. Opponent argues the document is not an information and therefore can never be the relevant prosecutorial tolling filing. Which is correct?
- The proper criminal complaint and later information are distinct; Consebido recognizes the former filing in the stated setting
- Only the label information can ever toll
- Private drafting and filing are identical
- All complaints are civil actions
- The prosecutor’s investigation automatically revives every expired offense
Legal references
- Rule110 Sections1–4 and15: https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/rc_110-127_crim.html
- People v. Consebido, GR258563, April2,2025, MAIN decision and prospective prosecutorial tolling: https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2025/apr2025/gr_258563_2025.html
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