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Practice question: Judicial Accountability and Disciplinary Proceedings (Canon VII)

Multiple Choice Medium Jurisprudence

Practice question

A judge fails to file a verified comment without justification. Does Section 6 make every allegation automatically proved?
  1. Yes, no evidence is needed afterward
  2. Yes, failure to comment equals a criminal confession
  3. No investigation may proceed
  4. Only a personal apology can replace all evidence
  5. No, participation may be waived and the available evidence is assessed

Legal references

  • 2025 CJCA, Canon VII Section 6: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/11/100836

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