Valid Warrantless Arrests and Order for Additional Evidence Quiz

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When must an objection to the illegality of an arrest be raised?

After arraignment

After the trial

During the trial

Before arraignment (correct)

What is the consequence of an illegal arrest on documents seized?

They are not affected by the arrest

They are inadmissible in evidence (correct)

They are admissible if relevant

They can still be used as evidence

Under what article of the Revised Penal Code may an arresting person be held criminally liable for an illegal arrest?

Art. 269 (correct)

Art. 32

Art. 100

Art. 150

What does jurisdiction refer to in legal terms?

The power of the court to hear, try, and decide a case Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for the valid exercise of criminal jurisdiction over a case?

Jurisdiction over the subject matter and territory Signup and view all the answers

What does criminal jurisdiction authorize a court to do in relation to a specific offense?

Hear, try, and impose punishment for the offense Signup and view all the answers

Who may prosecute a case if the public prosecutor has a heavy work schedule or there is a lack of public prosecutors?

Private prosecutor with written authorization from the Chief Prosecution Office Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a complaint under Sec. 3 Rule 110 and a complaint filed with the Prosecutor's office?

The source of subscription Signup and view all the answers

In what form is a valid information presented?

A written accusation subscribed by the prosecutor Signup and view all the answers

Why must criminal actions be commenced in the name of the People?

To maintain peace and security of the people at large Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a criminal action is instituted in the name of an offended party or a particular city?

It can be corrected at any stage of the trial Signup and view all the answers

When can a private prosecutor prosecute a case without needing authorization?

A private prosecutor always needs authorization Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an inquest conducted by a public prosecutor in criminal cases?

To determine whether a person should be arrested Signup and view all the answers

How is an arrest officially made?

By the person submitting to custody Signup and view all the answers

What is a warrant of arrest?

A legal authorization for detention Signup and view all the answers

Who is not subject to arrest under certain circumstances?

A senator or member of the House of Representatives Signup and view all the answers

When is a senator or congressman not privileged from arrest, even if Congress is in session?

When the offense is punishable by more than 6 years imprisonment Signup and view all the answers

Who can conduct an inquest in criminal cases besides public prosecutors?

Authorized officers deputized by COMELEC for election offenses Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of XPNs in the context provided?

To protect the constitutional rights of the accused Signup and view all the answers

When does a criminal action require a preliminary investigation?

When the offense requires it by law Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when there is clearly no prima facie case against the accused?

There is insufficient evidence to establish a case Signup and view all the answers

When can a criminal action be instituted without a preliminary investigation?

When there is an injunction from the SC Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario would XPNs likely come into play?

When there is a prejudicial question subjudice Signup and view all the answers

Why might a motion to quash be denied in a criminal case?

Because there was no prima facie case against the accused Signup and view all the answers

In what situation may a judge order the prosecutor to present additional evidence?

When the penalty is a fine only Signup and view all the answers

When is a warrant of arrest not necessary according to the text?

When the accused is already under detention issued by the MTC Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario represents a valid warrantless arrest?

The arresting person believes based on personal knowledge that the person to be arrested has committed an offense Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'personal knowledge' in the context of the text?

Belief or reasonable grounds of suspicion based on actual facts Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a judge deem it unnecessary to issue a warrant of arrest?

When the penalty for the offense is only a fine Signup and view all the answers

In what situation can an arrest be made without a warrant according to the text?

When the person to be arrested has committed, is committing, or attempting to commit an offense in the presence of the arresting person Signup and view all the answers