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Practice question: Rights of Accused at Trial

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Practice question

An accused voluntarily testifies on direct examination about the incident. What does Rule 115 provide regarding cross-examination?
  1. The accused is immune from all questions after choosing to testify
  2. The prosecutor may compel testimony on every unrelated matter without limit
  3. The accused is subject to cross-examination on matters covered by direct examination
  4. The testimony cannot be considered for any purpose
  5. Only the accused may ask questions

Legal references

  • Rules of Court, Rule 115, Section 1.
  • Reviewed primary authority, Rule 115, Section 1: https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/rc_110-127_crim.html

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