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