Practice question
A lawyer argues that Rule 139-B remains the unmodified disciplinary procedure despite the CPRA's adoption. Is that correct under General Provisions Section 2?
- No, the repealing clause expressly repeals Rule 139-B
- Yes, the CPRA never addresses it
- Yes, private preference determines the code
- Yes, any client may retain the former rule
- No, because all disciplinary procedure ceased to exist
Legal references
- CPRA, A.M. No. 22-09-01-SC, Preamble and General Provisions Sections 1–3, official issued text circularized by the BIR: https://bir-cdn.bir.gov.ph/local/pdf/RMC%20No.%20123-2023%20Annex%20A.pdf
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