Practice question
A finally convicted person identifies a preserved biological sample relevant to the case and shows that DNA testing would probably reverse or modify the conviction. The prosecutor argues finality absolutely bars all testing. Which is best?
- Section 6 expressly allows qualifying post-conviction testing without a prior court order
- Finality always prohibits such testing
- Any request automatically releases the convict
- Every irrelevant sample must be tested at public expense under this rule
- The laboratory alone may vacate the conviction
Legal references
- AM 06-11-5-SC, Sections 6 and 10: https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2007/oct2007/am_06_11_5_sc_2007.html
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