Practice question
An oral leave request is denied, and the accused elects to present evidence. Counsel says the Guidelines automatically cancel all previously agreed defense trial dates merely because leave was requested. Which is correct?
- Only a new information can restore trial dates
- Every request automatically cancels the dates
- The case automatically ends
- The accused must file a demurrer despite denial
- The court directs presentation and termination on the previously scheduled dates
Legal references
- Rule119 Sections12–18,23–24: https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/rc_110-127_crim.html
- A.M.15-06-10-SC, Revised Guidelines for Continuous Trial of Criminal Cases, April25,2017, itemsI andIII.13(d),13(f),14–15; primary text: https://www.wipo.int/wipolex/en/legislation/details/20516
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