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Practice question: Guardianship (Rules 92–97; See also AM 03-02-05-SC)

Multiple Choice Hard

Practice question

An adult alleged incompetent is able to attend the Rule93 hearing, but petitioner insists appearance is never required and no exception applies. Which is correct?
  1. Every adult must always be excluded
  2. Section5 requires presence if able to attend
  3. Only petitioner may give evidence
  4. The court cannot hear the alleged ward
  5. The application alone is a final adjudication

Legal references

  • Rules91,93,97 and102, relevant continuing provisions: https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/rc_72-109_proceedings.html

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