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Practice question: Custodial Investigation Rights (RA 7438)

Multiple Choice Medium

Practice question

A detained suspect asks to consult privately with counsel. Police allow counsel into the room but insist on listening to the entire legal consultation. Which is correct?
  1. Privacy applies only after conviction
  2. Physical admission alone satisfies every requirement
  3. Police may always hear legal advice
  4. That does not satisfy the protected private consultation
  5. Only a written confession creates privacy

Legal references

  • Republic Act7438, Sections2–4: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1992/ra_7438_1992.html

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