Practice question
Petitioner omits the Commission and joins only the private beneficiary, claiming Rule64 follows the rule against impleading lower judges in ordinary appellate petitions. Which is correct?
- The Commission becomes petitioner automatically
- Every appellate party rule is identical
- Only the beneficiary may ever be named
- Rule64 expressly requires the Commission as respondent
- Only counsel may be respondent
Legal references
- Rules1 and62–70, special civil actions and specific procedural provisions: https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/rc_1-71_civil.html
- 2019 amendments AM19-10-20-SC, retained special civil action provisions: https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/am_19-10-20-sc_2019.html
Answer this question in flashcards to review your response and continue practicing.