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Practice question: Testimonial Privilege

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Practice question

The accused parent committed the charged crime against the child who is called to testify, and the testimony is indispensable. Explain why the exception is not limited to crimes between parents.

Legal references

  • A.M.19-08-15-SC, current Rule130 Sections25–36,51–53 and Rule128 Sections3–4: https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/am_19-08-15-sc_2019.html

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