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CREATING NEW SYSTEMS
   FOR HEARING AND
 DECIDING CASES WITH
FAIRNESS AND DISPATCH
Would you know how many of our
people live in crowded cities?
75% of our people live in crowded
cities.
With so many living in these cities,
occasions for human conflict are inevitable.
Thus, courts in these cities are
drowning in cases.
     Many have 1,000 plus cases;
     some have 2,000 plus.
     Many courts hear 30 to 60 cases a
day.
Thus, courts in these cities are
drowning in cases.
     Many have 1,000 plus cases;
     some have 2,000 plus.
     Many courts hear 30 to 60 cases a
day.
Thus, courts in these cities are
drowning in cases.
     Many have 1,000 plus cases;
     some have 2,000 plus.
     Many courts hear 30 to 60 cases a
day.
Thus, courts in these cities are
drowning in cases.
     Many have 1,000 plus cases;
     some have 2,000 plus.
     Many courts hear 30 to 60 cases a
day.
Their courtrooms are full.
Parties have to wait outside to be called.
It takes 3 to 5 years, at times more,
for cases to be heard and decided,
…inflicting a sense of hopelessness over
the justice system that you and I serve.
Because of case congestion, most
hearings are postponed almost under any
pretext,
     prompting complainants in criminal
cases to give up coming to court.
     As a result, 40 out of every 100
persons accused of crimes walk free.
Because of case congestion, most
hearings are postponed almost under any
pretext,
     prompting complainants in criminal
cases to give up coming to court.
     As a result, 40 out of every 100
persons accused of crimes walk free.
Because of case congestion, most
hearings are postponed almost under any
pretext,
     prompting complainants in criminal
cases to give up coming to court.
     As a result, 40 out of every 100
persons accused of crimes walk free.
Because of case congestion, most
hearings are postponed almost under any
pretext,
     prompting complainants in criminal
cases to give up coming to court.
     As a result, 40 out of every 100
persons accused of crimes walk free.
… Victims of crimes find no speedy justice
in our courts.
Few foreign businessmen make long-
term investments in our country
     because our courts cannot provide
protection to their investments.
Few foreign businessmen make long-
term investments in our country
     because our courts cannot provide
protection to their investments.
Result: we do not attain economic
growth;
    our people remain poor.
Result: we do not attain economic
growth;
    our people remain poor.
Because people have lost trust in our
ability to render justice,
      many have given up coming to court
with their disputes.
      They either simply endure their pains
      or find “just“ solutions elsewhere.
      And when the justice system does
not work as it should,
      law practice suffers.
Because people have lost trust in our
ability to render justice,
      many have given up coming to court
with their disputes.
      They either simply endure their pains
      or find “just“ solutions elsewhere.
      And when the justice system does
not work as it should,
      law practice suffers.
Because people have lost trust in our
ability to render justice,
      many have given up coming to court
with their disputes.
      They either simply endure their pains
      or find “just“ solutions elsewhere.
      And when the justice system does
not work as it should,
      law practice suffers.
or find “just“ solutions elsewhere.

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What causes these terrible delays in
our justice system?
     There are many causes.
What causes these terrible delays in
our justice system?
     There are many causes.
Our Courts are few.
Prosecutors and
public attorneys are
few.
Recently, the Supreme Court has
introduced a very significant systems
change.
     One of the major causes of delays
is our slow and cumbersome system
     for hearing the testimony of
witnesses.
     The witness stand represents the
bottleneck in the judicial machinery.
Recently, the Supreme Court has
introduced a very significant systems
change.
     One of the major causes of delays
is our slow and cumbersome system
     for hearing the testimony of
witnesses.
     The witness stand represents the
bottleneck in the judicial machinery.
Recently, the Supreme Court has
introduced a very significant systems
change.
     One of the major causes of delays
is our slow and cumbersome system
     for hearing and deciding cases.
     more specifically, our antiquated
system for taking the testimonies of
witnesses
     and receiving documentary and
object evidence.
     Where precisely is the bottleneck in
the system?
Recently, the Supreme Court has
introduced a very significant systems
change.
     One of the major causes of delays
is our slow and cumbersome system
     for hearing and deciding cases.
     Where precisely is the bottleneck in
this system?
The bottleneck is where this lady
tells her story…
      the witness stand.
The bottleneck is where this lady
tells her story…
      AT THE WITNESS STAND.
Why?
     Because courts can hear no more
than one witness at a time.
     Assuming there are just two
witnesses per case,
     2,000 witnesses would be waiting to
be called in courts that have 1,000 cases
in their dockets.
     If required to form a line outside the
courtroom,
     they would form a very long line
indeed.
Why?
     Because courts can hear no more
than one witness at a time.
     Assuming there are just two
witnesses per case,
     2,000 witnesses would be waiting to
be called in courts that have 1,000 cases
in their dockets.
     If required to form a line outside the
courtroom,
     they would form a very long line
indeed.
Why?
     Because courts can hear no more
than one witness at a time.
     If you have 1,000 cases in your
dockets
     and just two witnesses for each
case,
     you would have 2,000 witnesses
waiting to be called.
     If required to wait outside the
courtroom,
Why?
     Because courts can hear no more
than one witness at a time.
     If you have 1,000 cases in your
dockets
     and just two witnesses for each
case,
     you would have 2,000 witnesses
waiting to be called.
     If required to wait outside the
courtroom,
Why?
     Because courts can hear no more
than one witness at a time.
     If you have 1,000 cases in your
dockets
     and just two witnesses for each
case,
     you would have 2,000 witnesses
waiting to be called.
     If required to wait outside the
courtroom,
Why?
     Because courts can hear no more
than one witness at a time.
     If you have 1,000 cases in your
dockets
     and just two witnesses for each
case,
     you would have 2,000 witnesses
waiting to be called.
     If required to wait outside the
courtroom,
those 2,000 witnesses would form a
very long line indeed.
those 2,000 witnesses would form a
very long line indeed,




with only three witnesses getting in on an
ordinary hearing day.
those 2,000 witnesses would form a
very long line indeed,




with only three witnesses able to get in
to testify in one day.
Why is our system for hearing
witnesses slow and cumbersome?
Why is our system for hearing
witnesses slow and cumbersome?
     For one thing, although about 90% of
witnesses testifies in the local dialect,
     we require an interpreter to translate
their testimonies into English.
Why is our system for hearing
witnesses slow and cumbersome?
     For one thing, although about 90% of
witnesses testifies in the local dialect,
     our rules require an interpreter to
translate their testimonies into English.
Why is our system for hearing
witnesses slow and cumbersome?
     For one thing, although about 90% of
witnesses testifies in the local dialect,
     our rules require an interpreter to
translate their testimonies into English.
     Since the trial takes place in two
languages,
     the court has to hear the testimony
of every witness twice.
the court has to hear the testimony
of every witness twice.
How old is our system for hearing and
deciding cases?
How old is our system for hearing and
deciding cases?
    The Americans gave it to us over a
hundred years ago.
It was unique to their history and
culture,
     yet we adopted it and were taught in
law schools
     that there is no right way to hear the
testimonies of witnesses
     except the American way.
It was unique to their history and
culture,
     yet we adopted it and were taught in
law schools
     that there is no right way to hear the
testimonies of witnesses
     except the American way.
It was unique to their history and
culture,
     yet we adopted it and were taught in
law schools
     that there is no right way to hear the
testimonies of witnesses
     except the American way.
It was unique to their history and
culture,
     yet we adopted it and were taught in
law schools
     that there is no right way to hear the
testimonies of witnesses
     except the American way.
The American system is adversarial.
The American system is adversarial.
    The lawyers in a way control the
proceedings
    since they decide which witness the
judge will hear
    and what questions he will answer.
The American system is adversarial.
    The lawyers in a way control the
proceedings
    since they decide what evidence the
judge will hear.
    and what questions he will answer.
The American system is adversarial.
    The lawyers in a way control the
proceedings
    since they decide what evidence the
judge will hear.
Although he will decide the case,
     but he is doomed to sit back and
listen.
Although he will decide the case,
     the judge is doomed to sit back and
listen,
Although he will decide the case,
     the judge is doomed to sit back and
listen,
     allowed to ask only clarificatory
questions of the witness.
The American system is also
designed for both jury and bench trials.
    Result: using their system, we have a
shadow jury sitting in our courtroom.
The American system is also
designed for both jury and bench trials.
     In effect, it is as if we have a shadow
jury sitting in our courtroom.
The American system is also
designed for both jury and bench trials.
     In effect, it is as if we have a shadow
jury sitting in our courtroom.
Why?
     Because the rules we adopted
require our judge to pre-screens the
questions
     to prevent an unlearned jury from
hearing inadmissible answers.
     But this is pointless since the jury in
our court is the judge himself.
     With his legal training and
experience,
     he has no difficulty disregarding
inadmissible answers even after he hears
them.
Why?
     Because our borrowed rules require
our judge to pre-screen the questions
     to prevent an unlearned jury from
hearing inadmissible answers.
     But this is pointless since the jury in
our court is the judge himself.
     With his legal training and
experience,
     he has no difficulty disregarding
inadmissible answers even after he hears
them.
Why?
     Because our borrowed rules require
our judge to pre-screen the questions
     to prevent that non-existent jury from
hearing inadmissible answers.
But this pre-screening is pointless
since the judge
    does not need to pre-screen the
questions for himself.
    With his legal training and
experience,
    he has no difficulty disregarding
inadmissible answers even after he hears
them.
But this pre-screening is pointless
since the judge
    does not need to protect himself from
hearing inadmissible evidence.
    With his legal training and
experience,
    he has no difficulty disregarding
inadmissible answers even after he hears
them.
But this pre-screening is pointless
since the judge
     does not need to protect himself from
hearing inadmissible evidence.
     With his training, he can easily
disregard them.
Further, since it is assumed that the
members of the American jury know
nothing of the case,
      witnesses must tell their stories to
the jurors from beginning to end.
      From A to Z
      Following that system, our witnesses
tell their stories to the judge
      from beginning to end though he
already knows from the record
      the respective stories of the parties.
      Consequently, he can skip the
admitted matters
      and have the witness focus on the
facts in issue.
Further, since it is assumed that the
members of the American jury know
nothing of the case,
      witnesses must tell their stories to
the jurors from beginning to end.
      From A to Z
      Following that system, our witnesses
tell their stories to the judge
      from beginning to end though he
already knows from the record
      the respective stories of the parties.
      Consequently, he can skip the
admitted matters
      and have the witness focus on the
facts in issue.
Further, since it is assumed that the
members of the American jury know
nothing of the case,
      witnesses must tell their stories to
the jurors from beginning to end.
      From A to Z.
      Following that system, our witnesses
tell their stories to the judge
      from beginning to end though he
already knows from the record
      the respective stories of the parties.
      Consequently, he can skip the
admitted matters
      and have the witness focus on the
facts in issue.
Further, since it is assumed that the
members of the American jury know
nothing of the case,
     witnesses must tell their stories to
the jurors from beginning to end.
     From A to Z.
     But our judge already knows from the
record
     the respective stories of the parties.
     Consequently, he can skip the
admitted matters
     and have the witness focus on the
facts in issue.
Further, since it is assumed that the
members of the American jury know
nothing of the case,
     witnesses must tell their stories to
the jurors from beginning to end.
     From A to Z.
     But our judge already knows from the
record
     the respective stories of the parties.
     Consequently, he can skip the
admitted matters
     and have the witness focus on the
facts in issue.
Further, since it is assumed that the
members of the American jury know
nothing of the case,
     witnesses must tell their stories to
the jurors from beginning to end.
     From A to Z.
     But our judge already knows from the
record
     the respective stories of the parties.
     Consequently, he can skip the
admitted matters
     and have the witness focus on the
facts in issue.
Further, since it is assumed that the
members of the American jury know
nothing of the case,
     witnesses must tell their stories to
the jurors from beginning to end.
     From A to Z.
     But our judge already knows from the
record
     the respective stories of the parties.
     Consequently, he can skip the
admitted matters
     and have the witness focus on the
facts in issue.
But Section 4 of Rule 132, which we
borrowed from the Americans,
    requires the judge to endure
beginning-to-end stories
    that are plucked from the witness
mouth bit by bit through direct
examination.
    This is a time consuming process.
But Section 4 of Rule 132, which we
borrowed from the Americans,
    requires the judge to endure
beginning-to-end testimonies
    that are plucked from the witness
mouth bit by bit through direct
examination.
    This is a time consuming process.
But Section 4 of Rule 132, which we
borrowed from the Americans,
    requires the judge to endure
beginning-to-end testimonies
    that are plucked from the witness
mouth bit by bit through direct
examination.++
    This is a time consuming process.
Another cause of delay is the often
indiscriminate objections to the questions
asked of the witness. ++
Theoretically, a lawyer objects to
questions asked of the witness
      to enable the judge to predetermine
if the expected answers are inadmissible
in evidence.
      The judge must see to it that
inadmissible answers do not touch the
ears of the jury,
      lest these irreversibly influence the
members of the jury.
      But we have no jury, only a judge.
Theoretically, a lawyer objects to
questions asked of the witness
     So the judge could prevent
inadmissible answers
     from touching the ears of the jurors,
     lest such answers irreversibly
influence their thinking.
     But we have no jury, only a judge.
Theoretically, a lawyer objects to
questions asked of the witness
     So the judge could prevent
inadmissible answers
     from touching the ears of the jurors,
     lest such answers irreversibly
influence their thinking.
     But we have no jury, only a judge.
Theoretically, a lawyer objects to
questions asked of the witness
     So the judge could prevent
inadmissible answers
     from touching the ears of the jurors,
     lest such answers irreversibly
influence their thinking.
     But we have no jury, only a judge.
Theoretically, a lawyer objects to
questions asked of the witness
     So the judge could prevent
inadmissible answers
     from touching the ears of the jurors,
     lest such answers irreversibly
influence their thinking.
     But we have no jury, only a judge who
is not irreversibly affected by
inadmissible answers.
Another point of delay is the need to
identify,
Another point of delay is the need to
identify,
     mark, and authenticate the exhibits.
     The process is tedious and painfully
time consuming. ++
Another point of delay is the need to
identify,
     mark, and authenticate the exhibits.
     The process is tedious and painfully
time consuming.
Some courts, require pre-markings of
exhibits before the clerks of court
    but these personnel are often just as
busy as the judge.
    And even with such pre-markings,
    still, the witness will have to appear
before the court,
    identify the documents,
    and authenticate them.
Some courts, require pre-markings of
exhibits before the clerks of court
    who are also busy.        And even with
such pre-markings,
    still, the witness will have to appear
before the court,
    identify the documents,
    and authenticate them.
Some courts, require pre-markings of
exhibits before the clerks of court
    who are also busy.
    And even with such pre-markings,
    still, the witness will have to appear
before the court,
    identify the documents,
    and authenticate them.
Some courts, require pre-markings of
exhibits before the clerks of court
    who are also busy.
    And even with such pre-markings,
    still, the witness will have to appear
before the court,
Some courts, require pre-markings of
exhibits before the clerks of court
    who are also busy.
    And even with such pre-markings,
    still, the witness will have to appear
before the court,
    identify the documents one by one,
    and authenticate them.
Some courts, require pre-markings of
exhibits before the clerks of court
    who are also busy.
    And even with such pre-markings,
    still, the witness will have to appear
before the court,
    identify the documents one by one,
    and authenticate them.
In many courts in cities, the cases on
their calendars often range from 30 to 50
cases.
     Just calling the attendance takes
from 8:30 to 10 a.m.
     since there are incidents like
postponements that must be acted on.
     This leaves only 2 hours for hearing
the cases that are ready.
     If 10 cases are ready, the judge gives
the parties in each case 12 minutes
     to present part of the testimony of
just one witness.
In many courts in cities, the cases on
their calendars often range from 30 to 50
cases.
     Just calling the attendance takes
from 8:30 to 10 a.m.
     since there are incidents like
postponements that must be acted on.
     This leaves only 2 hours for hearing
the cases that are ready.
     If 10 cases are ready, the judge gives
the parties in each case 12 minutes
     to present part of the testimony of
just one witness.
In many courts in cities, the cases on
their calendars often range from 30 to 50
cases.
     Just calling the attendance takes
from 8:30 to 10 a.m.
     This leaves only 2 hours for hearing
the cases that are ready.
     If 10 cases are ready, the judge gives
the parties in each case 12 minutes
     to present part of the testimony of
just one witness.
If 10 cases are ready, the judge gives
the parties in each case 10 minutes
     to present part of the testimony of
just one witness.
If 10 cases are ready, the judge gives
the parties in each case 10 minutes
     to present part of the testimony of
just one witness.
With piecemeal trial, it takes more
than a year to complete the testimony of
just one witness.
     Even after the direct examination has
been finished,
     It is usual for the adverse lawyer to
postpone his cross examination
     on the ground that he needs time to
prepare since:
     --he must first have the transcript of
stenographic notes of the direct
examination, and
     --he needs to check the truth of the
testimony.
With piecemeal trial, it takes more
than a year to complete the testimony of
just one witness.
     And, even after the direct
examination has been finished,
     the adverse lawyer would usually
want his cross examination deferred
     on the ground that he needs to wait
for the transcript to be finished.
With piecemeal trial, it takes more
than a year to complete the testimony of
just one witness.
     And, even after the direct
examination has been finished,
     the adverse lawyer would usually
want his cross examination deferred
     on the ground that he needs to wait
for the transcript to be finished.
With piecemeal trial, it takes more
than a year to complete the testimony of
just one witness.
     And, even after the direct
examination has been finished,
     the adverse lawyer would usually
want his cross examination deferred
     on the ground that he needs to wait
for the transcript to be finished.
How do we solve the problem?
     The conventional solution is to
streamline the existing system for hearing
cases
     and pound hard on the judges to
speed up their hearings.
     But Albert Einstein once said that it
is madness to do the same thing the same
way
     when it is no longer working.
How do we solve the problem?
     The conventional solution is to
streamline the existing system for hearing
cases
     and pound hard on the judges to
speed up their hearings.
     But Albert Einstein once said that it
is madness to do the same thing the same
way
     when it is no longer working.
How do we solve the problem?
     The conventional solution is to
streamline the existing system for hearing
cases
     and pound hard on the judges to
speed up their hearings.
     But Albert Einstein once said that it
is madness to do the same thing the same
way
     when it is no longer working.
How do we solve the problem?
     The conventional solution is to
streamline the existing system for hearing
cases
     and pound hard on the judges to
speed up their hearings.
     But Albert Einstein once said that it
is madness to do the same thing the same
way
     when it is no longer working.
How do we solve the problem?
     The conventional solution is to
streamline the existing system for hearing
cases
     and pound hard on the judges to
speed up their hearings.
     But Albert Einstein once said that it
is madness to do the same thing the same
way
     when it is no longer working.
Early this year, we experimented on
the compulsory use of judicial affidavits
in all cases in Quezon City.
      Result: hearings of cases have been
cut by two-thirds in those courts.
      Why two-thirds?
      The testimony of a witness usually
consists of two-thirds direct and one-third
cross.
Early this year, we experimented on
the compulsory use of judicial affidavits
in all cases in Quezon City.
      Result: hearings of cases have been
cut by two-thirds in those courts.
      Why two-thirds?
      The testimony of a witness usually
consists of two-thirds direct and one-third
cross.
Early this year, we experimented on
the compulsory use of judicial affidavits
in all cases in Quezon City.
      Result: hearings of cases have been
cut by two-thirds in those courts.
      Why two-thirds?
      The testimony of a witness usually
consists of two-thirds direct and one-third
cross.
Early this year, we experimented on
the compulsory use of judicial affidavits
in all cases in Quezon City.
      Result: hearings of cases have been
cut by two-thirds in those courts.
      Why two-thirds?
      The testimony of a witness usually
consists of two-thirds direct examination
Early this year, we experimented on
the compulsory use of judicial affidavits
in all cases in Quezon City.
      Result: hearings of cases have been
cut by two-thirds in those courts.
      Why two-thirds?
      The testimony of a witness usually
consists of two-thirds direct examination
Early this year, we experimented on
the compulsory use of judicial affidavits
in all cases in Quezon City.
      Result: hearings of cases have been
cut by two-thirds in those courts.
      Why two-thirds?
      The testimony of a witness usually
consists of two-thirds direct examination
      and one-third cross examination.
With judicial affidavit as direct
testimony,
     the witness is examined in court only
on cross.
     Instead of one witness testifying at a
given time,
     the court can now accommodate
three witnesses in that time.
     Can you imagine that?
With judicial affidavit as direct
testimony,
     the witness is examined in court only
on cross.
     Instead of one witness testifying at a
given time,
     the court can now accommodate
three witnesses in that time.
     Can you imagine that?
With judicial affidavit as direct
testimony,
     the witness is examined in court only
on cross.
     Instead of one witness testifying at a
given time,
     the court can now accommodate
three witnesses in that time.
     Can you imagine that?
With judicial affidavit as direct
testimony,
     the witness is examined in court only
on cross.
     Instead of one witness testifying at a
given time,
     the court can now accommodate
three witnesses in that time.
With judicial affidavit as direct
testimony,
     the witness is examined in court only
on cross.
     Instead of one witness testifying at a
given time,
     the court can now accommodate
three witnesses in that time.
With judicial affidavit as direct
testimony,
     the witness is examined in court only
on cross.
     Instead of one witness testifying at a
given time,
     the court can now accommodate
three witnesses in that time.
Consequently, the Supreme Court
approved the “Judicial Affidavit Rule” on
September 4, 2012.
What functions do judicial affidavits
take?
     1. They take the place of the
witnesses’ direct testimonies; and
     2. They shall attach and authenticate
documentary or object evidence of the
parties.
What functions do judicial affidavits
take?
     1. They take the place of direct
testimonies; and
     2. They identify and authenticate
documentary or object evidence of the
parties.
What functions do judicial affidavits
take?
     1. They take the place of direct
testimonies; and
     2. They identify and authenticate
documentary or object evidence in the
case.
How and when are judicial affidavits
to be submitted?
      The parties shall file them with the
court
      and serve copies on the adverse
party,
      personally or by licensed courier
service,
      not later than five days before pre-
trial or preliminary conference
      or the scheduled hearing with
respect to motions and incidents
How and when are judicial affidavits
to be submitted?
      They are to be filed with the court
      and serve copies on the adverse
party,
      personally or by licensed courier
service,
      not later than five days before pre-
trial or preliminary conference
      or the scheduled hearing with
respect to motions and incidents
How and when are judicial affidavits
to be submitted?
      They are to be filed with the court
      and copies served on the adverse
party,
      personally or by licensed courier
service,
      not later than five days before pre-
trial or preliminary conference
      or the scheduled hearing with
respect to motions and incidents
How and when are judicial affidavits
to be submitted?
      They are to be filed with the court
      and copies served on the adverse
party,
      personally or by licensed courier
service,
      not later than five days before pre-
trial or preliminary conference
      or the scheduled hearing with
respect to motions and incidents
How and when are judicial affidavits
to be submitted?
      They are to be filed with the court
      and copies served on the adverse
party,
      personally or by licensed courier
service,
      not later than five days before pre-
trial or preliminary conference
      or the scheduled hearing with
respect to motions and incidents
How and when are judicial affidavits
to be submitted?
      They are to be filed with the court
      and copies served on the adverse
party,
      personally or by licensed courier
service,
      not later than five days before pre-
trial or preliminary conference
      or the scheduled hearing with
respect to motions and incidents.
In what language will the judicial
affidavits be prepared?
     In the language known to the witness
     and, if not in English or Filipino,
     accompanied by a translation in
English or Filipino.
In what language will the judicial
affidavits be prepared?
     In the language known to the witness
     and, if not in English or Filipino,
     accompanied by a translation in
English or Filipino.
In what language will the judicial
affidavits be prepared?
      In the language known to the witness
      but, if this is not in English or
Filipino,
      accompanied by a translation in
English or Filipino.
In what language will the judicial
affidavits be prepared?
      In the language known to the witness
      but, if this is not in English or
Filipino,
      it is to be accompanied by a
translation in English or Filipino.

     What is the significance of this?
     We are now allowing testimonies to
be taken in the dialect
     provided they are subsequently
translated into English or Filipino.
In what language will the judicial
affidavits be prepared?
      In the language known to the witness
      but, if this is not in English or
Filipino,
      it is to be accompanied by a
translation in English or Filipino.
     What is the significance of this?
     We are now allowing testimonies to
be taken in the dialect
     provided they are subsequently
translated into English or Filipino.
In what language will the judicial
affidavits be prepared?
      In the language known to the witness
      but, if this is not in English or
Filipino,
      it is to be accompanied by a
translation in English or Filipino.
     What is the significance of this?
     We are now allowing testimonies to
be taken and kept in the dialect of the
place
     provided they are subsequently
translated into English or Filipino.
In what language will the judicial
affidavits be prepared?
      In the language known to the witness
      but, if this is not in English or
Filipino,
      it is to be accompanied by a
translation in English or Filipino.
     What is the significance of this?
     We are now allowing testimonies to
be taken and kept in the dialect of the
place
     provided they are subsequently
translated into English or Filipino.
Testimonies will be quoted in
pleadings in their original version
    with the English translation in
parenthesis provided by the party,
    subject to counter translation by
opposing side.
Testimonies will be quoted in
pleadings in their original version
     with the English or Pilipino
translation in parenthesis provided by the
party,
     subject to counter translation by
opposing side.
Testimonies will be quoted in
pleadings in their original version
     with the English or Pilipino
translation in parenthesis provided by the
party,
     subject to counter translation by
opposing side.
For example:
      When asked by the judge, Ramon said that
the accused arrived in great haste.
      “Q. Nganong imo mang giingon nga gadali si
Julio pag abot nya? (Why did you say that Julio
arrived in haste?)
      “A. Kay gihangos man sya pag abot nya. Kasi
po humihingal siya nang dumating.” (Because he
was breathing hard, Sir, when he arrived.)
For example:
      When asked by the judge, Ramon said that
the accused arrived in great haste.
      “Q. Nganong imo mang giingon nga gadali si
Julio pag abot nya? (Why did you say that Julio
arrived in haste?)
      “A. Kay gihangos man sya pag abot nya. Kasi
po humihingal siya nang dumating.” (Because he
was breathing hard, Sir, when he arrived.)
For example:
      When asked by the judge, Ramon said that
the accused arrived in great haste.
      “Q. Nganong imo mang giingon nga gadali si
Julio pag abot nya? (Why did you say that Julio
arrived in haste?)
      “A. Kay gihangos man sya pag abot nya. Kasi
po humihingal siya nang dumating.” (Because he
was breathing hard, Sir, when he arrived.)
For example:
      When asked by the judge, Ramon said that
the accused arrived in great haste.
      “Q. Nganong imo mang giingon nga gadali si
Julio pag abot nya? (Why did you say that Julio
arrived in haste?)
      “A. Kay gihangos man sya pag abot nya.”
(Because he was breathing hard, Sir, when he
arrived.)
What will the judicial affidavit
contain?
     (a) The name, age, residence, or
business address, and occupation of the
witness;
     (b) The name and address of the
lawyer who conducts or supervises the
examination of the witness
     and the place where the examination
is being held; and
What will the judicial affidavit
contain?
     (a) The personal circumstance of the
witness;
     (b) The identity of the lawyer who
conducts or supervises the examination
of the witness
     and the place where the examination
is being held; and
What will the judicial affidavit
contain?
     (a) The personal circumstance of the
witness;
     (b) The identity of the lawyer who
conducts or supervises the examination
of the witness
     and the place where the examination
is being held; and
What will the judicial affidavit
contain?
     (a) The personal circumstance of the
witness;
     (b) The identity of the lawyer who
conducts or supervises the examination
of the witness
     (c) the place where the examination
is being held; and
     (d) A statement that the witness is
answering the questions under oath,
What will the judicial affidavit
contain?
     (a) The personal circumstance of the
witness;
     (b) The identity of the lawyer who
conducts or supervises the examination
of the witness
     (c) the place where the examination
is being held; and
     (d) A statement that the witness is
answering the questions under oath
What will the judicial affidavit
contain?
      (a) The personal circumstance of the
witness;
      (b) The identity of the lawyer who
conducts or supervises the examination
of the witness
      (c) the place where the examination
is being held; and
      (d) A statement that the witness is
answering the questions under oath
      and that he may face criminal liability
for false testimony or perjury.
Like this …
        “PRELIMINARY STATEMENT
      “The person examining me is Atty.
Julio C. Magno with address at 45 Vicente
G. Cruz, Sampaloc, Manila. The
examination is being held at the same
address. I am answering his questions
fully conscious that I do so under oath and
may face criminal liability for false
testimony and perjury.”
Like this …
    “I, ELNORA S. SABUGO, of legal age,
married, and living at 12 Camalig St.,
Caloocan City, plaintiff in this case, state
under oath as follows:
        “PRELIMINARY STATEMENT
      “The person examining me is Atty.
Julio C. Magno with address at 45 Vicente
G. Cruz, Sampaloc, Manila. The
examination is being held at the same
address. I am answering his questions
fully conscious that I do so under oath and
may face criminal liability for false
testimony and perjury.”
Then there is the affidavit proper that
contains:
    (a) Questions asked of the witness
and his corresponding answers,
consecutively numbered,
    that show the circumstances under
which the witness acquired the facts upon
which he testifies.
Then there is the affidavit proper that
contains:
    (a) Numbered questions and answers;
    that show the circumstances under
which the witness acquired the facts upon
which he testifies.
Then there is the affidavit proper that
contains:
     (a) Numbered questions and answers,
     showing personal knowledge of the
facts that the witness is testifying on.
Like this …
    Q1. Do you know Gerry T. Umali, the
defendant in this case?
    A1. Yes, sir.
    Q2. How did you know him?
    A2. He borrowed money from me
Like this …
    Q1. Do you know Gerry T. Umali, the
defendant in this case?
    A1. Yes, sir.
    Q2. How did you know him?
    A2. He asked me if he could borrow
money from me, sir.
    Q3. Where did this happen?
    A.3. At my house in Caloocan City.
    Q4. When?
    A4. On May 22, 2011, sir.
(b) Questions and answers that elicit
facts relevant to the issues.

Like this …
       Q3. When did he borrow money from
you?
     A3. Sometime in April of 2008, he
asked me if he could borrow P200,000.00
for his family.
     Q4. What was your reply?
     A4. I agreed to lend him the money..
     Q5. Was your transaction in writing?
     A5. Yes, sir. We executed a
“Kasunduan” on April 16, 2008.
(b) Questions and answers that elicit
facts relevant to the issues.
Like this …
    Q5. What was your response to his
request for loan from you?
    A5. I Agreed to lend him the money
he needed.
    Q.6. How much?
    A.6. He asked for P300,000.00.
    Q7. Was your transaction in writing?
    A7. Yes, sir. We executed a
“Kasunduan” on April 16, 2008.
(c) Questions and answers that
identify the attached documentary and
object evidence
     and establish their authenticity in
accordance with the Rules of Court.
Like this …
    Q6: Where is this “Kasunduan” that
you mentioned?
    A6: This is the one, sir (handing over
a document).
    Q7: I am marking this “Kasunduan”
as Exhibit A and the bracketed signature
above the name Gerry Umali as Exh. A-1.
(c) Questions and answers that
identify the attached documentary and
object evidence
     and establish their authenticity in
accordance with the Rules of Court.
Like this …
    Q6: Where is this “Kasunduan” that
you mentioned?
    A6: This is the one, sir (handing over
a document).
    Q7: I am marking this “Kasunduan”
as Exhibit A and the bracketed signature
above the name Gerry Umali as Exh. A-1.
(c) Questions and answers that
identify the attached documentary and
object evidence
     and establish their authenticity in
accordance with the Rules of Court.
Like this …
    Q6: Where is this “Kasunduan” that
you mentioned?
    A6: This is the one, sir (handing over
a document).
    Q7: I am marking this “Kasunduan”
as Exhibit A and the bracketed signature
above the name Gerry Umali as Exh. A-1.
(c) Questions and answers that
identify the attached documentary and
object evidence
     and establish their authenticity in
accordance with the Rules of Court.
Like this …
    Q8: Where is this “Kasunduan” that
you mentioned?
    A8: This is the one, sir (handing over
a document).
    Q9: I am marking this “Kasunduan”
as Exhibit A and the bracketed signature
above the name Gerry Umali as Exh. A-1.
Do you know whose signature this is?
     A9: Yes, sir, that of Gerry Umali.
     Q10: How do you know?
     A10: I saw him sign it.
     Q11: I am marking the signature
above the name Elnora Sabugo on this
document as Exh. A-2. Do you know
whose signature this is?
     A11: Yes, sir, that is my signature.
     Q11: I am attaching Exhibit A to your
judicial affidavit to form part of it. Do you
confirm my action?
     A11: Yes, sir.
What is required of the lawyer who
examined the witness or supervised such
examination?
     He must execute a sworn attestation
at the end of the judicial affidavit that:
     (1) He faithfully recorded or caused
to be recorded the questions he asked
     and the corresponding answers that
the witness gave; and
     (2) Neither he nor any other person
then present
     coached the witness regarding his
answers.
What is required of the lawyer who
examined the witness or supervised such
examination?
     He must execute a sworn attestation
at the end of the judicial affidavit that:
     (1) He faithfully recorded or caused
to be recorded the questions he asked
     and the corresponding answers that
the witness gave; and
     (2) Neither he nor any other person
then present
     coached the witness regarding his
answers.
What is required of the lawyer who
examined the witness or supervised such
examination?
     He must execute a sworn attestation
at the end of the judicial affidavit that:
     (1) He faithfully recorded or caused
to be recorded the questions he asked
     and the corresponding answers that
the witness gave; and
     (2) Neither he nor any other person
then present
     coached the witness regarding his
answers.
What is required of the lawyer who
examined the witness or supervised such
examination?
     He must execute a sworn attestation
at the end of the judicial affidavit that:
     (1) He faithfully recorded or caused
to be recorded the questions he asked
     and the corresponding answers that
the witness gave; and
     (2) Neither he nor any other person
then present
     coached the witness regarding his
answers.
What is required of the lawyer who
examined the witness or supervised such
examination?
     He must execute a sworn attestation
at the end of the judicial affidavit that:
     (1) He faithfully recorded or caused
to be recorded the questions he asked
     and the corresponding answers that
the witness gave; and
     (2) Neither he nor any other person
then present
     coached the witness regarding his
answers.
What is required of the lawyer who
examined the witness or supervised such
examination?
     He must execute a sworn attestation
at the end of the judicial affidavit that:
     (1) He faithfully recorded or caused
to be recorded the questions he asked
     and the corresponding answers that
the witness gave; and
     (2) Neither he nor any other person
then present
     coached the witness regarding his
answers.
Like this …

    I faithfully recorded the questions I
asked Ms. Sabugo and the corresponding
answers she gave me; and neither I nor
any other person then present coached
Ms. Sabugo regarding her answers.

                       JULIO C. MAGNO
                           Affiant
What is the consequence of a false
attestation?
     It will subject the lawyer-examiner
     or the supervising lawyer to
disciplinary action,
     including disbarment.
What is the consequence of a false
attestation?
     It will subject the lawyer-examiner
     or the supervising lawyer to
disciplinary action,
     including disbarment.
What is the consequence of a false
attestation?
     It will subject the lawyer-examiner
     or the supervising lawyer to
disciplinary action,
     including disbarment.
What is the consequence of a false
attestation?
     It will subject the lawyer-examiner
     or the supervising lawyer to
disciplinary action,
     including disbarment.
Is this requirement unreasonable?
     No. Even without this requirement,
     it is the lawyer’s duty to record the
questions and answers faithfully
     and prevent coaching of the witness.
     It is fair since the attestation is
required of the opposing lawyer as well.
     We need to trust the fidelity of
judicial affidavits since it takes the place
of direct testimony in court.
     What is wrong with requiring lawyers
to assume responsibility for their work?
Is this requirement unreasonable?
     No.
     1. Even without this requirement,
     it is the lawyer’s duty to record the
questions and answers faithfully
     and prevent coaching of the witness.
     It is fair since the attestation is
required of the opposing lawyer as well.
     We need to trust the fidelity of
judicial affidavits since it takes the place
of direct testimony in court.
     What is wrong with requiring lawyers
to assume responsibility for their work?
Is this requirement unreasonable?
     No.
     1. Even without it, the lawyer is
responsible for faithfully recording the
questions and answers
     and prevent coaching of the witness.
     It is fair since the attestation is
required of the opposing lawyer as well.
     We need to trust the fidelity of
judicial affidavits since it takes the place
of direct testimony in court.
     What is wrong with requiring lawyers
to assume responsibility for their work?
Is this requirement unreasonable?
     No.
     1. Even without it, the lawyer is
responsible for faithfully recording the
questions and answers
     and prevent coaching of the witness.
     It is fair since the attestation is
required of the opposing lawyer as well.
     We need to trust the fidelity of
judicial affidavits since it takes the place
of direct testimony in court.
     What is wrong with requiring lawyers
to assume responsibility for their work?
Is this requirement unreasonable?
     No.
     1. Even without it, the lawyer is
responsible for faithfully recording the
questions and answers
     and prevent coaching of the witness.
     2. The attestation is fair since it is
required of the opposing lawyer as well.
     We need to trust the fidelity of
judicial affidavits since it takes the place
of direct testimony in court.
     What is wrong with requiring lawyers
to assume responsibility for their work?
Is this requirement unreasonable?
     No.
     1. Even without it, the lawyer is
responsible for faithfully recording the
questions and answers
     and prevent coaching of the witness.
     2. The attestation is fair since it is
required of the opposing lawyer as well.
     3. We need to trust the fidelity of
judicial affidavit since it takes the place
of direct testimony in court.
     What is wrong with requiring lawyers
to assume responsibility for their work?
Is this requirement unreasonable?
     No.
     1. Even without it, the lawyer is
responsible for faithfully recording the
questions and answers
     and prevent coaching of the witness.
     2. The attestation is fair since it is
required of the opposing lawyer as well.
     3. We need to trust the fidelity of
judicial affidavit since it takes the place
of direct testimony in court.
     4. What is wrong with requiring
lawyers to assume responsibility for their
actions?
How will the judicial affidavits of
uncooperative witnesses be taken?
     If the government employee or
official, or the requested witness,
     who is neither the witness of the
adverse party nor a hostile witness,
     unjustifiably declines to execute a
judicial affidavit
     or refuses without just cause to make
the relevant books, documents,
or other things under his control
     available for copying, authentication,
and eventual production in court,
How will the judicial affidavits of
uncooperative witnesses be taken?
     If the government employee or
official, or the requested witness
     who is neither the witness of the
adverse party nor a hostile witness,
     unjustifiably declines to execute a
judicial affidavit
     or refuses without just cause to make
the relevant books, documents,
or other things under his control
     available for copying, authentication,
and eventual production in court,
How will the judicial affidavits of
uncooperative witnesses be taken?
     If the government employee or
official, or the requested witness
     unjustifiably declines to execute a
judicial affidavit
     or refuses without just cause to make
the relevant books, documents,
or other things under his control
     available for copying, authentication,
and eventual production in court,
How will the judicial affidavits of
uncooperative witnesses be taken?
     If the government employee or
official, or the requested witness
     unjustifiably declines to execute a
judicial affidavit
     or refuses without just cause to make
the relevant books, documents,
or other things under his control
     available for copying, authentication,
and eventual production in court,
How will the judicial affidavits of
uncooperative witnesses be taken?
     If the government employee or
official, or the requested witness
     unjustifiably declines to execute a
judicial affidavit
     or refuses without just cause to make
the relevant books, documents,
or other things under his control
     available for copying, authentication,
and eventual production in court,
How will the judicial affidavits of
uncooperative witnesses be taken?
     If the government employee or
official, or the requested witness,
     unjustifiably declines to execute a
judicial affidavit
     or refuses without just cause to make
the relevant books, documents,
or other things under his control
     available for copying, authentication,
and eventual production in court,
     the requesting party may avail
himself of the issuance of a subpoena ad
testificandum
or duces tecum under Rule 21 of the
Rules of Court.

     The rules governing the issuance of a
subpoena to the witness in this case
     shall be the same as when taking his
deposition
     except that the taking of a judicial
affidavit shall be understood to be ex
parte.
or duces tecum under Rule 21 of the
Rules of Court.
     No judicial affidavit is required for
the adverse party or hostile witness
or duces tecum under Rule 21 of the
Rules of Court.
     No judicial affidavit is required for
the adverse party or hostile witness
     since he can be queried with leading
questions as in cross.
or duces tecum under Rule 21 of the
Rules of Court.
     No judicial affidavit is required for
the adverse party or hostile witness
     since he can be queried with leading
questions as in cross.
     The rules governing the issuance of a
subpoena to the witness in this case
     shall be the same as when taking his
deposition
     except that the taking of a judicial
affidavit shall be understood to be ex
parte.
or duces tecum under Rule 21 of the
Rules of Court.
     No judicial affidavit is required for
the adverse party or hostile witness
     since he can be queried with leading
questions as in cross.
     The rules governing the issuance of a
subpoena to the witness in this case
     shall be the same as when taking his
deposition
     except that the taking of a judicial
affidavit shall be understood to be ex
parte.
or duces tecum under Rule 21 of the
Rules of Court.
     No judicial affidavit is required for
the adverse party or hostile witness
     since he can be queried with leading
questions as in cross.
     The rules governing the issuance of a
subpoena to the witness in this case
     shall be the same as when taking his
deposition
     except that the taking of a judicial
affidavit shall be understood to be ex
parte.
With the judicial affidavit taking the
place of direct testimony,
     what remedy does the opposing party
have if inadmissible evidence is
introduced through such affidavit?
    The rule requires the party
presenting the judicial affidavit of his
witness
    to state at the start of the
presentation of the witness
    to state his purpose for presenting
such testimony.
With the judicial affidavit taking the
place of direct testimony,
     what remedy does the opposing party
have if inadmissible evidence is
introduced through such affidavit?
    The rule requires the party
presenting the judicial affidavit of his
witness
    to state at the start of the
presentation of the witness
    to state his purpose for presenting
such testimony.
With the judicial affidavit taking the
place of direct testimony,
     what remedy does the opposing party
have if inadmissible evidence is
introduced through such affidavit?
    The rule requires the party
presenting the judicial affidavit of his
witness
    to state at the start of the
presentation of the witness
    to state his purpose for presenting
such testimony.
With the judicial affidavit taking the
place of direct testimony,
     what remedy does the opposing party
have if inadmissible evidence is
introduced through such affidavit?
    The rule requires the party
presenting the judicial affidavit of his
witness
    to state at the start of the
presentation of the witness
    to state his purpose for presenting
such testimony.
With the judicial affidavit taking the
place of direct testimony,
     what remedy does the opposing party
have if inadmissible evidence is
introduced through such affidavit?
    The rule requires the party
presenting the judicial affidavit of his
witness
    to state at the start of the
presentation of the witness
    the party’s purpose for presenting
such testimony.
The adverse party may then move to
disqualify the witness
      or to strike out his affidavit
      or any of the answers found in it on
ground of inadmissibility.
      The court shall promptly rule on the
motion
      and, if granted, shall cause the
marking of any excluded answer
      by placing it in brackets under the
initials of an authorized court personnel.
The adverse party may then move to
disqualify the witness
      or to strike out his affidavit
      or any of the answers found in it on
ground of inadmissibility.
      The court shall promptly rule on the
motion
      and, if granted, shall cause the
marking of any excluded answer
      by placing it in brackets under the
initials of an authorized court personnel.
The adverse party may then move to
disqualify the witness
      or to strike out his affidavit
      or any of the answers found in it on
ground of inadmissibility.
      The court shall promptly rule on the
motion
      and, if granted, shall cause the
marking of any excluded answer
      by placing it in brackets under the
initials of an authorized court personnel.
The adverse party may then move to
disqualify the witness
    or to strike out his affidavit
    or any of the answers found in it on
ground of inadmissibility.
The court shall promptly rule on the
motion
      and, if granted, shall cause the
marking of any excluded answer
      by placing it in brackets under the
initials of an authorized court personnel.
The court shall promptly rule on the
motion
      and, if granted, shall cause the
exclusion of the offending answer
      by placing it in brackets under the
initials of an authorized court personnel.
The court shall promptly rule on the
motion
    and, if granted, shall cause the
exclusion of the offending answer
    by placing it in brackets.
       Q1. Do you know Gerry T. Umali, the defendant in
  this case?
       A1. Yes, sir.
       Q2. How did you know him?
       A2. He asked me if he could borrow money from me,
  sir.
       [Q3. Do you know what he needed the money for?
       A.3. Yes, Sir. His brother told me that he had to pay
  for his son’s tuition fees.] MJC 5/2/10
       Q4. When did he ask you if he could borrow money
  from you?
       A4. On May 22, 2011, sir.
Moreover, if cross examination
reveals an inadmissible testimony in the
judicial affidavit,
     the adverse party could of course
also ask for its striking out.
     This is without prejudice to a tender
of excluded evidence under Section 40 of
Rule 132 of the Rules of Court.
Moreover, if cross examination
reveals an inadmissible testimony in the
judicial affidavit,
     the adverse party could of course
also ask for its striking out.
     This is without prejudice to a tender
of excluded evidence under Section 40 of
Rule 132 of the Rules of Court.
Moreover, if cross examination
reveals an inadmissible testimony in the
judicial affidavit,
     the adverse party could of course
also ask for its striking out.
     This is without prejudice to a tender
of excluded evidence under Section 40 of
Rule 132 of the Rules of Court.
Is cross examination of the witness
allowed?
     Yes. The adverse party shall have the
right to cross-examine the witness on his
judicial affidavit
     and on the exhibits attached to the
same.
     Since he has been given a copy of the
judicial affidavit long before the hearing,
     the adverse party would have no
reason to seek postponement.
     The party who presents the witness
may also examine him as on re-direct.
Is cross examination of the witness
allowed?
     Yes. The adverse party shall have the
right to cross-examine the witness on his
judicial affidavit
     and on the exhibits attached to the
same.
     Since he has been given a copy of the
judicial affidavit long before the hearing,
     the adverse party would have no
reason to seek postponement.
     The party who presents the witness
may also examine him as on re-direct.
Is cross examination of the witness
allowed?
     Yes. The adverse party shall have the
right to cross-examine the witness on his
judicial affidavit
     and on the exhibits attached to the
same.
     Since he has been given a copy of the
judicial affidavit long before the hearing,
     the adverse party would have no
reason to seek postponement.
     The party who presents the witness
may also examine him as on re-direct.
Is cross examination of the witness
allowed?
     Yes. The adverse party shall have the
right to cross-examine the witness on his
judicial affidavit
     and on the exhibits attached to the
same.
     Since he has been given a copy of the
judicial affidavit long before the hearing,
     the adverse party would have no
reason to seek postponement.
     The party who presents the witness
may also examine him as on re-direct.
Is cross examination of the witness
allowed?
     Yes. The adverse party shall have the
right to cross-examine the witness on his
judicial affidavit
     and on the exhibits attached to the
same.
     Since he has been given a copy of the
judicial affidavit long before the hearing,
     the adverse party would have no
reason to seek postponement.
     The party who presents the witness
may also examine him as on re-direct.
Is cross examination of the witness
allowed?
     Yes. The adverse party shall have the
right to cross-examine the witness on his
judicial affidavit
     and on the exhibits attached to the
same.
     Since he has been given a copy of the
judicial affidavit long before the hearing,
     the adverse party would have no
reason to seek postponement.
     The party who presents the witness
may also examine him as on re-direct.
Can the court also examine the
witness?
     Yes. The Judicial Affidavit Rule
signals the shift in our system for hearing
cases
     from purely adversarial to a
combined adversarial and inquisitorial
system,
     patterned after many successful
models in the world.
     In every case, the court shall take
active part in examining the witness
Can the court also examine the
witness?
     Yes. The Judicial Affidavit Rule
signals the shift in our system for hearing
cases
     from purely adversarial to a
combined adversarial and inquisitorial
system,
     patterned after many successful
models in the world.
     In every case, the court shall take
active part in examining the witness
Can the court also examine the
witness?
     Yes. The Judicial Affidavit Rule
signals the shift in our system for hearing
cases
     from purely adversarial to a
combined adversarial and inquisitorial
system,
     patterned after many successful
models in the world.
     In every case, the court shall take
active part in examining the witness
Can the court also examine the
witness?
     Yes. The Judicial Affidavit Rule
signals the shift in our system for hearing
cases
     from purely adversarial to a
combined adversarial and inquisitorial
system,
     patterned after many successful
models in the world.
     In every case, the court shall take
active part in examining the witness
Can the court also examine the
witness?
     Yes. The Judicial Affidavit Rule
signals the shift in our system for hearing
cases
     from purely adversarial to a
combined adversarial and inquisitorial
system,
     patterned after many successful
models in the world.
     In every case, the judge shall take
active part in examining the witness.
He is not limited to asking
clarificatory questions;
     he may also ask questions that will
determine the credibility of the witness,
     ascertain the truth of his testimony,
     and elicit the answers that the judge
needs for resolving the issues.
He is not limited to asking
clarificatory questions;
     he may also ask questions that will
determine the credibility of the witness,
     ascertain the truth of his testimony,
     and elicit the answers that the judge
needs for resolving the issues.
He is not limited to asking
clarificatory questions;
     he may also ask questions that will
determine the credibility of the witness,
     ascertain the truth of his testimony,
     and elicit the answers that the judge
needs for resolving the issues.
He is not limited to asking
clarificatory questions;
     he may also ask questions that will
determine the credibility of the witness,
     ascertain the truth of his testimony,
     and elicit the answers that the judge
needs for resolving the issues.
Suppose the examination of the
witness by the judge results in eliciting
answers
     that are favorable to a party to the
case,
     will that not be regarded as showing
bias in favor of that party?
     No. The reason the judge under the
jury system avoids asking questions of
the witness
     is that the members of the jury, who
are common people,
Suppose the examination of the
witness by the judge results in eliciting
answers
     that are favorable to a party to the
case,
     will that not be regarded as showing
bias in favor of that party?
     No. The reason the judge under the
jury system avoids asking questions of
the witness
     is that the members of the jury, who
are common people,
Suppose the examination of the
witness by the judge results in eliciting
answers
     that are favorable to a party to the
case,
     will that not be regarded as showing
bias in favor of that party?
     No. The reason the judge under the
jury system avoids asking questions of
the witness
     is that the members of the jury, who
are common people,
Suppose the examination of the
witness by the judge results in eliciting
answers
     that are favorable to a party to the
case,
     will that not be regarded as showing
bias in favor of that party?
     No. The reason the judge under the
jury system avoids asking questions of
the witness
     is that the members of the jury, who
are common people,
Suppose the examination of the
witness by the judge results in eliciting
answers
     that are favorable to a party to the
case,
     will that not be regarded as showing
bias in favor of that party?
     No. The reason the judge under the
jury system avoids asking questions of
the witness
     is that the members of the jury, who
are common people,
might give undue importance to the
answers the judge elicits
    more than what those answers
actually deserve.
    But we have no jury.
    Besides, a party is not prevented
from objecting to questions from the
judge
    if they tend to elicit inadmissible
answers.
    In any case, the answer comes not
from the judge but from the witness.
    If the answer is admissible, such
answer simply lends itself to the truth.
might give undue importance to the
answers the judge elicits
    more than what those answers
actually deserve.
    But we have no jury.
    Besides, a party is not prevented
from objecting to questions from the
judge
    if they tend to elicit inadmissible
answers.
    In any case, the answer comes not
from the judge but from the witness.
    If the answer is admissible, such
answer simply lends itself to the truth.
might give undue importance to the
answers the judge elicits
    more than what those answers
actually deserve.
    But we have no jury.
    Besides, a party is not prevented
from objecting to questions from the
judge
    if they tend to elicit inadmissible
answers.
    In any case, the answer comes not
from the judge but from the witness.
    If the answer is admissible, such
answer simply lends itself to the truth.
might give undue importance to the
answers the judge elicits
    more than what those answers
actually deserve.
    But we have no jury.
    Besides, a party is not prevented
from objecting to questions from the
judge
    if they tend to elicit inadmissible
answers.
    In any case, the answer comes not
from the judge but from the witness.
    If the answer is admissible, such
answer simply lends itself to the truth.
might give undue importance to the
answers the judge elicits
    more than what those answers
actually deserve.
    But we have no jury.
    Besides, a party is not prevented
from objecting to questions from the
judge
    if they tend to elicit inadmissible
answers.
    In any case, the answer comes not
from the judge but from the witness.
    If the answer is admissible, such
answer simply lends itself to the truth.
might give undue importance to the
answers the judge elicits
    more than what those answers
actually deserve.
    But we have no jury.
    Besides, a party is not prevented
from objecting to questions from the
judge
    if they tend to elicit inadmissible
answers.
    In any case, the answer comes not
from the judge but from the witness.
    If the answer is admissible, such
answer simply lends itself to the truth.
might give undue importance to the
answers the judge elicits
    more than what those answers
actually deserve.
    But we have no jury.
    Besides, a party is not prevented
from objecting to questions from the
judge
    if they tend to elicit inadmissible
answers.
    In any case, the answer comes not
from the judge but from the witness.
    If the answer is admissible, such
answer simply lends itself
    to the court’s search for truth.
might give undue importance to the
answers the judge elicits
    more than what those answers
actually deserve.
    But we have no jury.
    Besides, a party is not prevented
from objecting to questions from the
judge
    if they tend to elicit inadmissible
answers.
    In any case, the answer comes not
from the judge but from the witness.
    If the answer is admissible, such
answer simply lends itself
    to the court’s search for truth.
Trial is not about preventing
unfavorable questions from being asked
     but about bringing out the truth no
matter who is favored by it.
     What is more, if the judge shows
clear and outright bias,
     precluding the idea that he is only
after the truth,
     the prejudiced party can seek his
inhibition.
     But be aware that the Supreme Court
has been suspending lawyers from
practice
     who file frivolous motions for
inhibition against judges.
Trial is not about preventing
unfavorable questions from being asked
     but about bringing out the truth no
matter who is favored by it.
     What is more, if the judge shows
clear and outright bias,
     precluding the idea that he is only
after the truth,
     the prejudiced party can seek his
inhibition.
     But be aware that the Supreme Court
has been suspending lawyers from
practice
     who file frivolous motions for
inhibition against judges.
Trial is not about preventing
unfavorable questions from being asked
     but about bringing out the truth no
matter who is favored by it.
     What is more, if the judge shows
clear and outright bias,
     precluding the idea that he is only
after the truth,
     the prejudiced party can seek his
inhibition.
     But be aware that the Supreme Court
has been suspending lawyers from
practice
     who file frivolous motions for
inhibition against judges.
Trial is not about preventing
unfavorable questions from being asked
     but about bringing out the truth no
matter who is favored by it.
     What is more, if the judge shows
clear and outright bias,
     precluding the idea that he is only
after the truth,
     the prejudiced party can seek his
inhibition.
     But be aware that the Supreme Court
has been suspending lawyers from
practice
     who file frivolous motions for
inhibition against judges.
Trial is not about preventing
unfavorable questions from being asked
     but about bringing out the truth no
matter who is favored by it.
     What is more, if the judge shows
clear and outright bias,
     precluding the idea that he is only
after the truth,
     the prejudiced party can seek his
inhibition.
     But be aware that the Supreme Court
has been suspending lawyers from
practice
     who file frivolous motions for
inhibition against judges.
Trial is not about preventing
unfavorable questions from being asked
     but about bringing out the truth no
matter who is favored by it.
     What is more, if the judge shows
clear and outright bias,
     precluding the idea that he is only
after the truth,
     the prejudiced party can seek his
inhibition.
     But be aware that the Supreme Court
has been suspending lawyers from
practice
     who file frivolous motions for
inhibition against judges.
Trial is not about preventing
unfavorable questions from being asked
     but about bringing out the truth no
matter who is favored by it.
     What is more, if the judge shows
clear and outright bias,
     precluding the idea that he is only
after the truth,
     the prejudiced party can seek his
inhibition.
     But be aware that the Supreme Court
has been suspending lawyers from
practice
     who file frivolous motions for
inhibition against judges.
How are the documentary and object
exhibits of the parties offered for
admission as evidence?
     Upon the termination of the
testimony of his last witness,
     a party shall immediately make an
oral offer of evidence of his documentary
or object exhibits,
      piece by piece, in their chronological
order,
     stating the purpose or purposes for
which he offers the particular exhibit.
How are the documentary and object
exhibits of the parties offered for
admission as evidence?
     After terminating the testimony of his
last witness,
     a party shall immediately make an
oral offer of evidence of his documentary
or object exhibits,
      piece by piece, in their chronological
order,
     stating the purpose or purposes for
which he offers the particular exhibit.
How are the documentary and object
exhibits of the parties offered for
admission as evidence?
     After terminating the testimony of his
last witness,
     a party shall immediately make an
oral offer of evidence of his documentary
and object exhibits,
      piece by piece, in their chronological
order,
     stating the purpose or purposes for
which he offers the particular exhibit.
How are the documentary and object
exhibits of the parties offered for
admission as evidence?
     After terminating the testimony of his
last witness,
     a party shall immediately make an
oral offer of evidence of his documentary
and object exhibits,
      piece by piece, in their chronological
order,
     stating the purpose or purposes for
which he offers the particular exhibit.
How are the documentary and object
exhibits of the parties offered for
admission as evidence?
     After terminating the testimony of his
last witness,
     a party shall immediately make an
oral offer of evidence of his documentary
and object exhibits,
      piece by piece, in their chronological
order,
     stating the purpose or purposes for
which he offers the particular exhibit.
After each piece of exhibit is offered,
After each piece of exhibit is offered,
      the adverse party shall state the
legal ground for his objection to it, if any,
      and the court shall immediately make
its ruling respecting that exhibit.
After each piece of exhibit is offered,
      the adverse party shall state the
legal ground for his objection to it, if any,
      and the court shall immediately make
its ruling respecting that exhibit.
Since the documentary or object
exhibits form part of the judicial affidavits
that describe and authenticate them,
     it is sufficient that such exhibits are
simply cited by their markings
     during the offers, the objections, and
the rulings,
     dispensing with the description of
each exhibit.
Since the documentary or object
exhibits form part of the judicial affidavits
that describe and authenticate them,
     it is sufficient that such exhibits are
simply cited by their markings
     during the offers, the objections, and
the rulings,
     dispensing with the description of
each exhibit.
Since the documentary or object
exhibits form part of the judicial affidavits
that describe and authenticate them,
     it is sufficient that such exhibits are
simply cited by their markings
     during the offers, the objections, and
the rulings,
     dispensing with the description of
each exhibit.
Since the documentary or object
exhibits form part of the judicial affidavits
that describe and authenticate them,
     it is sufficient that such exhibits are
simply cited by their markings
     during the offers, the objections, and
the rulings,
     dispensing with the description of
each exhibit.
Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply
to criminal actions?
     Yes (1) where the maximum of the
imposable penalty does not exceed six
years;
     (2) where the accused agrees to the
use of judicial affidavits,
     irrespective of the penalty involved;
or
     (3) with respect to the civil aspect of
the actions,
     whatever the penalties involved are.
Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply
to criminal actions?
     Yes (1) where the maximum of the
imposable penalty does not exceed six
years;
     (2) where the accused agrees to the
use of judicial affidavits,
     irrespective of the penalty involved;
or
     (3) with respect to the civil aspect of
the actions,
     whatever the penalties involved are.
Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply
to criminal actions?
     Yes (1) where the maximum of the
imposable penalty does not exceed six
years;
     (2) irrespective of the penalty
involved, where the accused agrees to the
use of judicial affidavits,
     irrespective of the penalty involved;
or
     (3) with respect to the civil aspect of
the actions,
     whatever the penalties involved are.
Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply
to criminal actions?
     Yes (1) where the maximum of the
imposable penalty does not exceed six
years;
     (2) irrespective of the penalty
involved, where the accused agrees to the
use of judicial affidavits;
     (3) with respect to the civil aspect of
the actions, whatever the penalties
involved are.
When will the parties in the criminal
case submit their judicial affidavits?
     The prosecution shall submit the
judicial affidavits of its witnesses
     Not later than five days before the
pre-trial,
     serving copies of the same upon the
accused.
     The complainant or public prosecutor
shall attach to the affidavits
     such documentary or object evidence
as he may have,
     marking them as Exhibits A, B, C, and
so on.
When will the parties in the criminal
case submit their judicial affidavits?
     The prosecution shall submit the
judicial affidavits of its witnesses
     Not later than five days before the
pre-trial,
     serving copies of the same upon the
accused.
     The complainant or public prosecutor
shall attach to the affidavits
     such documentary or object evidence
as he may have,
     marking them as Exhibits A, B, C, and
so on.
When will the parties in the criminal
case submit their judicial affidavits?
     The prosecution shall submit the
judicial affidavits of its witnesses
     Not later than five days before the
pre-trial,
     serving copies of the same upon the
accused.
     The complainant or public prosecutor
shall attach to the affidavits
     such documentary or object evidence
as he may have,
     marking them as Exhibits A, B, C, and
so on.
When will the parties in the criminal
case submit their judicial affidavits?
     The prosecution shall submit the
judicial affidavits of its witnesses
     Not later than five days before the
pre-trial,
     serving copies of the same upon the
accused.
No further judicial affidavit or
documentary or object evidence may be
admitted at the trial.
     If the accused desires to be heard on
his defense after receipt of the judicial
affidavits of the prosecution,
     he shall have the option to submit his
judicial affidavit as well as those of his
witnesses to the court
     within ten days of receipt of such
affidavits
     and serve a copy of each on the
public and private prosecutors,
No further judicial affidavit or
documentary or object evidence may be
admitted at the trial.
     If the accused desires to be heard on
his defense after receipt of the judicial
affidavits of the prosecution,
     he shall have the option to submit his
judicial affidavit as well as those of his
witnesses to the court
     within ten days of receipt of such
affidavits
     and serve a copy of each on the
public and private prosecutors,
No further judicial affidavit or
documentary or object evidence may be
admitted at the trial.
     If the accused desires to be heard on
his defense after receipt of the judicial
affidavits of the prosecution,
     he shall have the option to submit his
judicial affidavit as well as those of his
witnesses to the court
     within ten days of receipt of such
affidavits
     and serve a copy of each on the
public and private prosecutors,
No further judicial affidavit or
documentary or object evidence may be
admitted at the trial.
     If the accused desires to be heard on
his defense after receipt of the judicial
affidavits of the prosecution,
     he shall have the option to submit his
judicial affidavit as well as those of his
witnesses to the court
     within ten days of receipt of such
affidavits
     and serve a copy of each on the
public and private prosecutors,
No further judicial affidavit or
documentary or object evidence may be
admitted at the trial.
     If the accused desires to be heard on
his defense after receipt of the judicial
affidavits of the prosecution,
     he shall have the option to submit his
judicial affidavit as well as those of his
witnesses to the court
     within ten days of receipt of such
affidavits
     and serve a copy of each on the
public and private prosecutors
     or keep his silence.
No further judicial affidavit or
documentary or object evidence may be
admitted at the trial.
     If the accused desires to be heard on
his defense after receipt of the judicial
affidavits of the prosecution,
     he shall have the option to submit his
judicial affidavit as well as those of his
witnesses to the court
     within ten days of receipt of such
affidavits
     and serve a copy of each on the
public and private prosecutors
     or keep his silence.
Because the prosecution lays all its
evidence on the table,




    the accused can freely and
reasonably make his choice of whether to
remain silent or not.
Because the prosecution lays all its
evidence on the table,




    the accused can freely and
reasonably make his choice of whether to
remain silent or not.
What are the effects of the failure of
a party to submit his judicial affidavits?
     He shall be deemed to have waived
their submission.
     But the court may give him one last
chance to submit them provided
     the delay is for a valid reason,
     would not unduly prejudice the
opposing party,
     and the defaulting party pays a fine
of not less than P1,000.00
     nor more than P5,000.00, at the
discretion of the court.
What are the effects of the failure of
a party to submit his judicial affidavits?
     He shall be deemed to have waived
their submission.
     But the court may give him one last
chance to submit them provided
     the delay is for a valid reason,
     would not unduly prejudice the
opposing party,
     and the defaulting party pays a fine
of not less than P1,000.00
     nor more than P5,000.00, at the
discretion of the court.
What are the effects of the failure of
a party to submit his judicial affidavits?
     He shall be deemed to have waived
their submission.
     But the court may give him one last
chance
     the delay is for a valid reason,
     would not unduly prejudice the
opposing party,
     and the defaulting party pays a fine
of not less than P1,000.00
     nor more than P5,000.00, at the
discretion of the court.
What are the effects of the failure of
a party to submit his judicial affidavits?
     He shall be deemed to have waived
their submission.
     But the court may give him one last
chance
     if the delay is for a valid reason,
     would not unduly prejudice the
opposing party,
     and the defaulting party pays a fine
of not less than P1,000.00
     nor more than P5,000.00, at the
discretion of the court.
What are the effects of the failure of
a party to submit his judicial affidavits?
     He shall be deemed to have waived
their submission.
     But the court may give him one last
chance
     if the delay is for a valid reason,
     would not unduly prejudice the
opposing party,
     and the defaulting party pays a fine
of not less than P1,000.00
     nor more than P5,000.00, at the
discretion of the court.
What are the effects of the failure of
a party to submit his judicial affidavits?
     He shall be deemed to have waived
their submission.
     But the court may give him one last
chance
     if the delay is for a valid reason,
     would not unduly prejudice the
opposing party,
     and the defaulting party pays a fine
of not less than P1,000.00
     nor more than P5,000.00, at the
discretion of the court.
What are the effects of the failure of
a party to submit his judicial affidavits?
     He shall be deemed to have waived
their submission.
     But the court may give him one last
chance
     if the delay is for a valid reason,
     would not unduly prejudice the
opposing party,
     and the defaulting party pays a fine
of not less than P1,000.00
     nor more than P5,000.00, at the
discretion of the court.
What are the effects of the absence
of the witness or of counsel at the
scheduled hearing?
     The court shall not consider the
affidavit of any witness
     who fails to appear at the scheduled
hearing of the case as required.
     Counsel who fails to appear without
valid cause despite notice
     shall be deemed to have waived his
client’s right
     to confront by cross examination the
witnesses there present.
What are the effects of the absence
of the witness or of counsel at the
scheduled hearing?
     The court shall not consider the
affidavit of any absent witness
     who fails to appear at the scheduled
hearing of the case as required.
     Counsel who fails to appear without
valid cause despite notice
     shall be deemed to have waived his
client’s right
     to confront by cross examination the
witnesses there present.
What are the effects of the absence
of the witness or of counsel at the
scheduled hearing?
     The court shall not consider the
affidavit of any absent witness.
     Counsel who fails to appear without
valid cause
     shall be deemed to have waived his
client’s right
     to confront by cross examination the
witnesses there present.
What are the effects of the absence
of the witness or of counsel at the
scheduled hearing?
     The court shall not consider the
affidavit of any absent witness.
     Counsel who fails to appear without
valid cause
     shall be deemed to have waived his
client’s right to cross examine.
What is the effect of submitting
judicial affidavits
     to the content requirements of
section 3
     and the attestation requirement of
section 4?
     The court shall not admit as evidence
such judicial affidavits.
     But it may allow only once the
subsequent submission of the compliant
replacement affidavits
     before the hearing or trial
provided
What is the effect of submitting
judicial affidavits
     that do not conform to content
requirements?       and the attestation
requirement of section 4?
     The court shall not admit as evidence
such judicial affidavits.
     But it may allow only once the
subsequent submission of the compliant
replacement affidavits
     before the hearing or trial
provided
What is the effect of submitting
judicial affidavits
     that do not conform to content
requirements?
     The court shall not admit them in
evidence.
     But it may allow only once the
subsequent submission of the compliant
replacement affidavits
     before the hearing or trial
provided
What is the effect of submitting
judicial affidavits
     that do not conform to content
requirements?
     The court shall not admit them in
evidence.
     But it may allow only once the
subsequent submission of the compliant
replacement affidavits
     before the hearing or trial
provided
What is the effect of submitting
judicial affidavits
     that do not conform to content
requirements?
     The court shall not admit them in
evidence.
     But it may allow only once the
subsequent submission of the compliant
replacement affidavits
     before the hearing or trial
provided
the delay is for a valid reason,
     and would not unduly prejudice the
opposing party
     and provided further, that public or
private counsel responsible for their
preparation and submission
     pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00
nor more than P5,000.00,
     at the discretion of the court
the delay is for a valid reason,
     would not unduly prejudice the
opposing party,
     and provided further, that public or
private counsel responsible for their
preparation and submission
     pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00
nor more than P5,000.00,
     at the discretion of the court
the delay is for a valid reason,
    would not unduly prejudice the
opposing party,
    and the public or private counsel
responsible for their preparation and
submission
    pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00
nor more than P5,000.00,
    at the discretion of the court
the delay is for a valid reason,
    would not unduly prejudice the
opposing party,
    and the public or private counsel
responsible for their preparation and
submission
    pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00
nor more than P5,000.00,
    at the discretion of the court
the delay is for a valid reason,
    would not unduly prejudice the
opposing party,
    and the public or private counsel
responsible for their preparation and
submission
    pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00
nor more than P5,000.00,
    at the discretion of the court
Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply
to existing cases?
    Yes.
Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply
to existing cases?
    Yes.
Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply
to existing cases?
    Yes.
     Suppose the existing cases had
already undergone pre-trial
    and just a few testimonies remain to
be heard,
    will the rule still apply?
     Yes.
     The remaining testimonies shall be
treated as incidents
     to be heard by judicial affidavits.
Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply
to existing cases?
    Yes.
     Suppose the existing cases had
already undergone pre-trial
     and just a few testimonies remain to
be heard,
    will the rule still apply?
     Yes.
     The remaining testimonies shall be
treated as incidents
     to be heard by judicial affidavits.
Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply
to existing cases?
    Yes.
     Suppose the existing cases had
already undergone pre-trial
     and just a few testimonies remain to
be heard,
     will the rule still apply?
     Yes.
     The remaining testimonies shall be
treated as incidents
     to be heard by judicial affidavits.
Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply
to existing cases?
    Yes.
     Suppose the existing cases had
already undergone pre-trial
     and just a few testimonies remain to
be heard,
     will the rule still apply?
     Yes.
     The remaining testimonies shall be
treated as incidents
     to be heard by judicial affidavits.
Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply
to existing cases?
    Yes.
     Suppose the existing cases had
already undergone pre-trial
     and just a few testimonies remain to
be heard,
     will the rule still apply?
    Yes.
     The remaining testimonies shall be
treated as incidents
    to be heard by judicial affidavits.
Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply
to existing cases?
    Yes.
     Suppose the existing cases had
already undergone pre-trial
     and just a few testimonies remain to
be heard,
     will the rule still apply?
    Yes.
     The remaining testimonies shall be
treated as incidents
     to be heard by judicial affidavits.
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        “PRELIMINARY STATEMENT
      “The person examining me is Atty.
Julio C. Magno with address at 45 Vicente
G. Cruz, Sampaloc, Manila. The
examination is being held at the same
address. I am answering his questions
fully conscious that I do so under oath and
may face criminal liability for false
testimony and perjury.”
Ako, si PO1 Renato Y. Robles, 34
taon, may-asawa, isang pulis, at
nakatalaga sa Sampaloc Police Station,
Sampaloc, Manila, matapos
makapanumpa ng ayon sa batas ay
nagsasaad ng mga sumusunod:
            Pangunang Salita
     Ang nagtatanong sa akin sa judicial
affidavit kong ito ay si PO2 Jaime C.
Ramos na isang pulis na nakatalaga din
sa Sampaloc Police Station, Manila,
Ginanap ang pagtatanong niya sa akin sa
Station ding ito.
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  • 1. CREATING NEW SYSTEMS FOR HEARING AND DECIDING CASES WITH FAIRNESS AND DISPATCH
  • 2. Would you know how many of our people live in crowded cities?
  • 3. 75% of our people live in crowded cities.
  • 4. With so many living in these cities, occasions for human conflict are inevitable.
  • 5. Thus, courts in these cities are drowning in cases. Many have 1,000 plus cases; some have 2,000 plus. Many courts hear 30 to 60 cases a day.
  • 6. Thus, courts in these cities are drowning in cases. Many have 1,000 plus cases; some have 2,000 plus. Many courts hear 30 to 60 cases a day.
  • 7. Thus, courts in these cities are drowning in cases. Many have 1,000 plus cases; some have 2,000 plus. Many courts hear 30 to 60 cases a day.
  • 8. Thus, courts in these cities are drowning in cases. Many have 1,000 plus cases; some have 2,000 plus. Many courts hear 30 to 60 cases a day.
  • 10. Parties have to wait outside to be called.
  • 11. It takes 3 to 5 years, at times more, for cases to be heard and decided,
  • 12. …inflicting a sense of hopelessness over the justice system that you and I serve.
  • 13. Because of case congestion, most hearings are postponed almost under any pretext, prompting complainants in criminal cases to give up coming to court. As a result, 40 out of every 100 persons accused of crimes walk free.
  • 14. Because of case congestion, most hearings are postponed almost under any pretext, prompting complainants in criminal cases to give up coming to court. As a result, 40 out of every 100 persons accused of crimes walk free.
  • 15. Because of case congestion, most hearings are postponed almost under any pretext, prompting complainants in criminal cases to give up coming to court. As a result, 40 out of every 100 persons accused of crimes walk free.
  • 16. Because of case congestion, most hearings are postponed almost under any pretext, prompting complainants in criminal cases to give up coming to court. As a result, 40 out of every 100 persons accused of crimes walk free.
  • 17. … Victims of crimes find no speedy justice in our courts.
  • 18. Few foreign businessmen make long- term investments in our country because our courts cannot provide protection to their investments.
  • 19. Few foreign businessmen make long- term investments in our country because our courts cannot provide protection to their investments.
  • 20. Result: we do not attain economic growth; our people remain poor.
  • 21. Result: we do not attain economic growth; our people remain poor.
  • 22. Because people have lost trust in our ability to render justice, many have given up coming to court with their disputes. They either simply endure their pains or find “just“ solutions elsewhere. And when the justice system does not work as it should, law practice suffers.
  • 23. Because people have lost trust in our ability to render justice, many have given up coming to court with their disputes. They either simply endure their pains or find “just“ solutions elsewhere. And when the justice system does not work as it should, law practice suffers.
  • 24. Because people have lost trust in our ability to render justice, many have given up coming to court with their disputes. They either simply endure their pains or find “just“ solutions elsewhere. And when the justice system does not work as it should, law practice suffers.
  • 25. or find “just“ solutions elsewhere. Email Article :
  • 26. What causes these terrible delays in our justice system? There are many causes.
  • 27. What causes these terrible delays in our justice system? There are many causes.
  • 30. Recently, the Supreme Court has introduced a very significant systems change. One of the major causes of delays is our slow and cumbersome system for hearing the testimony of witnesses. The witness stand represents the bottleneck in the judicial machinery.
  • 31. Recently, the Supreme Court has introduced a very significant systems change. One of the major causes of delays is our slow and cumbersome system for hearing the testimony of witnesses. The witness stand represents the bottleneck in the judicial machinery.
  • 32. Recently, the Supreme Court has introduced a very significant systems change. One of the major causes of delays is our slow and cumbersome system for hearing and deciding cases. more specifically, our antiquated system for taking the testimonies of witnesses and receiving documentary and object evidence. Where precisely is the bottleneck in the system?
  • 33. Recently, the Supreme Court has introduced a very significant systems change. One of the major causes of delays is our slow and cumbersome system for hearing and deciding cases. Where precisely is the bottleneck in this system?
  • 34. The bottleneck is where this lady tells her story… the witness stand.
  • 35. The bottleneck is where this lady tells her story… AT THE WITNESS STAND.
  • 36. Why? Because courts can hear no more than one witness at a time. Assuming there are just two witnesses per case, 2,000 witnesses would be waiting to be called in courts that have 1,000 cases in their dockets. If required to form a line outside the courtroom, they would form a very long line indeed.
  • 37. Why? Because courts can hear no more than one witness at a time. Assuming there are just two witnesses per case, 2,000 witnesses would be waiting to be called in courts that have 1,000 cases in their dockets. If required to form a line outside the courtroom, they would form a very long line indeed.
  • 38. Why? Because courts can hear no more than one witness at a time. If you have 1,000 cases in your dockets and just two witnesses for each case, you would have 2,000 witnesses waiting to be called. If required to wait outside the courtroom,
  • 39. Why? Because courts can hear no more than one witness at a time. If you have 1,000 cases in your dockets and just two witnesses for each case, you would have 2,000 witnesses waiting to be called. If required to wait outside the courtroom,
  • 40. Why? Because courts can hear no more than one witness at a time. If you have 1,000 cases in your dockets and just two witnesses for each case, you would have 2,000 witnesses waiting to be called. If required to wait outside the courtroom,
  • 41. Why? Because courts can hear no more than one witness at a time. If you have 1,000 cases in your dockets and just two witnesses for each case, you would have 2,000 witnesses waiting to be called. If required to wait outside the courtroom,
  • 42. those 2,000 witnesses would form a very long line indeed.
  • 43. those 2,000 witnesses would form a very long line indeed, with only three witnesses getting in on an ordinary hearing day.
  • 44. those 2,000 witnesses would form a very long line indeed, with only three witnesses able to get in to testify in one day.
  • 45. Why is our system for hearing witnesses slow and cumbersome?
  • 46. Why is our system for hearing witnesses slow and cumbersome? For one thing, although about 90% of witnesses testifies in the local dialect, we require an interpreter to translate their testimonies into English.
  • 47. Why is our system for hearing witnesses slow and cumbersome? For one thing, although about 90% of witnesses testifies in the local dialect, our rules require an interpreter to translate their testimonies into English.
  • 48. Why is our system for hearing witnesses slow and cumbersome? For one thing, although about 90% of witnesses testifies in the local dialect, our rules require an interpreter to translate their testimonies into English. Since the trial takes place in two languages, the court has to hear the testimony of every witness twice.
  • 49. the court has to hear the testimony of every witness twice.
  • 50. How old is our system for hearing and deciding cases?
  • 51. How old is our system for hearing and deciding cases? The Americans gave it to us over a hundred years ago.
  • 52. It was unique to their history and culture, yet we adopted it and were taught in law schools that there is no right way to hear the testimonies of witnesses except the American way.
  • 53. It was unique to their history and culture, yet we adopted it and were taught in law schools that there is no right way to hear the testimonies of witnesses except the American way.
  • 54. It was unique to their history and culture, yet we adopted it and were taught in law schools that there is no right way to hear the testimonies of witnesses except the American way.
  • 55. It was unique to their history and culture, yet we adopted it and were taught in law schools that there is no right way to hear the testimonies of witnesses except the American way.
  • 56. The American system is adversarial.
  • 57. The American system is adversarial. The lawyers in a way control the proceedings since they decide which witness the judge will hear and what questions he will answer.
  • 58. The American system is adversarial. The lawyers in a way control the proceedings since they decide what evidence the judge will hear. and what questions he will answer.
  • 59. The American system is adversarial. The lawyers in a way control the proceedings since they decide what evidence the judge will hear.
  • 60. Although he will decide the case, but he is doomed to sit back and listen.
  • 61. Although he will decide the case, the judge is doomed to sit back and listen,
  • 62. Although he will decide the case, the judge is doomed to sit back and listen, allowed to ask only clarificatory questions of the witness.
  • 63. The American system is also designed for both jury and bench trials. Result: using their system, we have a shadow jury sitting in our courtroom.
  • 64. The American system is also designed for both jury and bench trials. In effect, it is as if we have a shadow jury sitting in our courtroom.
  • 65. The American system is also designed for both jury and bench trials. In effect, it is as if we have a shadow jury sitting in our courtroom.
  • 66. Why? Because the rules we adopted require our judge to pre-screens the questions to prevent an unlearned jury from hearing inadmissible answers. But this is pointless since the jury in our court is the judge himself. With his legal training and experience, he has no difficulty disregarding inadmissible answers even after he hears them.
  • 67. Why? Because our borrowed rules require our judge to pre-screen the questions to prevent an unlearned jury from hearing inadmissible answers. But this is pointless since the jury in our court is the judge himself. With his legal training and experience, he has no difficulty disregarding inadmissible answers even after he hears them.
  • 68. Why? Because our borrowed rules require our judge to pre-screen the questions to prevent that non-existent jury from hearing inadmissible answers.
  • 69. But this pre-screening is pointless since the judge does not need to pre-screen the questions for himself. With his legal training and experience, he has no difficulty disregarding inadmissible answers even after he hears them.
  • 70. But this pre-screening is pointless since the judge does not need to protect himself from hearing inadmissible evidence. With his legal training and experience, he has no difficulty disregarding inadmissible answers even after he hears them.
  • 71. But this pre-screening is pointless since the judge does not need to protect himself from hearing inadmissible evidence. With his training, he can easily disregard them.
  • 72. Further, since it is assumed that the members of the American jury know nothing of the case, witnesses must tell their stories to the jurors from beginning to end. From A to Z Following that system, our witnesses tell their stories to the judge from beginning to end though he already knows from the record the respective stories of the parties. Consequently, he can skip the admitted matters and have the witness focus on the facts in issue.
  • 73. Further, since it is assumed that the members of the American jury know nothing of the case, witnesses must tell their stories to the jurors from beginning to end. From A to Z Following that system, our witnesses tell their stories to the judge from beginning to end though he already knows from the record the respective stories of the parties. Consequently, he can skip the admitted matters and have the witness focus on the facts in issue.
  • 74. Further, since it is assumed that the members of the American jury know nothing of the case, witnesses must tell their stories to the jurors from beginning to end. From A to Z. Following that system, our witnesses tell their stories to the judge from beginning to end though he already knows from the record the respective stories of the parties. Consequently, he can skip the admitted matters and have the witness focus on the facts in issue.
  • 75. Further, since it is assumed that the members of the American jury know nothing of the case, witnesses must tell their stories to the jurors from beginning to end. From A to Z. But our judge already knows from the record the respective stories of the parties. Consequently, he can skip the admitted matters and have the witness focus on the facts in issue.
  • 76. Further, since it is assumed that the members of the American jury know nothing of the case, witnesses must tell their stories to the jurors from beginning to end. From A to Z. But our judge already knows from the record the respective stories of the parties. Consequently, he can skip the admitted matters and have the witness focus on the facts in issue.
  • 77. Further, since it is assumed that the members of the American jury know nothing of the case, witnesses must tell their stories to the jurors from beginning to end. From A to Z. But our judge already knows from the record the respective stories of the parties. Consequently, he can skip the admitted matters and have the witness focus on the facts in issue.
  • 78. Further, since it is assumed that the members of the American jury know nothing of the case, witnesses must tell their stories to the jurors from beginning to end. From A to Z. But our judge already knows from the record the respective stories of the parties. Consequently, he can skip the admitted matters and have the witness focus on the facts in issue.
  • 79. But Section 4 of Rule 132, which we borrowed from the Americans, requires the judge to endure beginning-to-end stories that are plucked from the witness mouth bit by bit through direct examination. This is a time consuming process.
  • 80. But Section 4 of Rule 132, which we borrowed from the Americans, requires the judge to endure beginning-to-end testimonies that are plucked from the witness mouth bit by bit through direct examination. This is a time consuming process.
  • 81. But Section 4 of Rule 132, which we borrowed from the Americans, requires the judge to endure beginning-to-end testimonies that are plucked from the witness mouth bit by bit through direct examination.++ This is a time consuming process.
  • 82. Another cause of delay is the often indiscriminate objections to the questions asked of the witness. ++
  • 83. Theoretically, a lawyer objects to questions asked of the witness to enable the judge to predetermine if the expected answers are inadmissible in evidence. The judge must see to it that inadmissible answers do not touch the ears of the jury, lest these irreversibly influence the members of the jury. But we have no jury, only a judge.
  • 84. Theoretically, a lawyer objects to questions asked of the witness So the judge could prevent inadmissible answers from touching the ears of the jurors, lest such answers irreversibly influence their thinking. But we have no jury, only a judge.
  • 85. Theoretically, a lawyer objects to questions asked of the witness So the judge could prevent inadmissible answers from touching the ears of the jurors, lest such answers irreversibly influence their thinking. But we have no jury, only a judge.
  • 86. Theoretically, a lawyer objects to questions asked of the witness So the judge could prevent inadmissible answers from touching the ears of the jurors, lest such answers irreversibly influence their thinking. But we have no jury, only a judge.
  • 87. Theoretically, a lawyer objects to questions asked of the witness So the judge could prevent inadmissible answers from touching the ears of the jurors, lest such answers irreversibly influence their thinking. But we have no jury, only a judge who is not irreversibly affected by inadmissible answers.
  • 88. Another point of delay is the need to identify,
  • 89. Another point of delay is the need to identify, mark, and authenticate the exhibits. The process is tedious and painfully time consuming. ++
  • 90. Another point of delay is the need to identify, mark, and authenticate the exhibits. The process is tedious and painfully time consuming.
  • 91. Some courts, require pre-markings of exhibits before the clerks of court but these personnel are often just as busy as the judge. And even with such pre-markings, still, the witness will have to appear before the court, identify the documents, and authenticate them.
  • 92. Some courts, require pre-markings of exhibits before the clerks of court who are also busy. And even with such pre-markings, still, the witness will have to appear before the court, identify the documents, and authenticate them.
  • 93. Some courts, require pre-markings of exhibits before the clerks of court who are also busy. And even with such pre-markings, still, the witness will have to appear before the court, identify the documents, and authenticate them.
  • 94. Some courts, require pre-markings of exhibits before the clerks of court who are also busy. And even with such pre-markings, still, the witness will have to appear before the court,
  • 95. Some courts, require pre-markings of exhibits before the clerks of court who are also busy. And even with such pre-markings, still, the witness will have to appear before the court, identify the documents one by one, and authenticate them.
  • 96. Some courts, require pre-markings of exhibits before the clerks of court who are also busy. And even with such pre-markings, still, the witness will have to appear before the court, identify the documents one by one, and authenticate them.
  • 97. In many courts in cities, the cases on their calendars often range from 30 to 50 cases. Just calling the attendance takes from 8:30 to 10 a.m. since there are incidents like postponements that must be acted on. This leaves only 2 hours for hearing the cases that are ready. If 10 cases are ready, the judge gives the parties in each case 12 minutes to present part of the testimony of just one witness.
  • 98. In many courts in cities, the cases on their calendars often range from 30 to 50 cases. Just calling the attendance takes from 8:30 to 10 a.m. since there are incidents like postponements that must be acted on. This leaves only 2 hours for hearing the cases that are ready. If 10 cases are ready, the judge gives the parties in each case 12 minutes to present part of the testimony of just one witness.
  • 99. In many courts in cities, the cases on their calendars often range from 30 to 50 cases. Just calling the attendance takes from 8:30 to 10 a.m. This leaves only 2 hours for hearing the cases that are ready. If 10 cases are ready, the judge gives the parties in each case 12 minutes to present part of the testimony of just one witness.
  • 100. If 10 cases are ready, the judge gives the parties in each case 10 minutes to present part of the testimony of just one witness.
  • 101. If 10 cases are ready, the judge gives the parties in each case 10 minutes to present part of the testimony of just one witness.
  • 102. With piecemeal trial, it takes more than a year to complete the testimony of just one witness. Even after the direct examination has been finished, It is usual for the adverse lawyer to postpone his cross examination on the ground that he needs time to prepare since: --he must first have the transcript of stenographic notes of the direct examination, and --he needs to check the truth of the testimony.
  • 103. With piecemeal trial, it takes more than a year to complete the testimony of just one witness. And, even after the direct examination has been finished, the adverse lawyer would usually want his cross examination deferred on the ground that he needs to wait for the transcript to be finished.
  • 104. With piecemeal trial, it takes more than a year to complete the testimony of just one witness. And, even after the direct examination has been finished, the adverse lawyer would usually want his cross examination deferred on the ground that he needs to wait for the transcript to be finished.
  • 105. With piecemeal trial, it takes more than a year to complete the testimony of just one witness. And, even after the direct examination has been finished, the adverse lawyer would usually want his cross examination deferred on the ground that he needs to wait for the transcript to be finished.
  • 106. How do we solve the problem? The conventional solution is to streamline the existing system for hearing cases and pound hard on the judges to speed up their hearings. But Albert Einstein once said that it is madness to do the same thing the same way when it is no longer working.
  • 107. How do we solve the problem? The conventional solution is to streamline the existing system for hearing cases and pound hard on the judges to speed up their hearings. But Albert Einstein once said that it is madness to do the same thing the same way when it is no longer working.
  • 108. How do we solve the problem? The conventional solution is to streamline the existing system for hearing cases and pound hard on the judges to speed up their hearings. But Albert Einstein once said that it is madness to do the same thing the same way when it is no longer working.
  • 109. How do we solve the problem? The conventional solution is to streamline the existing system for hearing cases and pound hard on the judges to speed up their hearings. But Albert Einstein once said that it is madness to do the same thing the same way when it is no longer working.
  • 110. How do we solve the problem? The conventional solution is to streamline the existing system for hearing cases and pound hard on the judges to speed up their hearings. But Albert Einstein once said that it is madness to do the same thing the same way when it is no longer working.
  • 111. Early this year, we experimented on the compulsory use of judicial affidavits in all cases in Quezon City. Result: hearings of cases have been cut by two-thirds in those courts. Why two-thirds? The testimony of a witness usually consists of two-thirds direct and one-third cross.
  • 112. Early this year, we experimented on the compulsory use of judicial affidavits in all cases in Quezon City. Result: hearings of cases have been cut by two-thirds in those courts. Why two-thirds? The testimony of a witness usually consists of two-thirds direct and one-third cross.
  • 113. Early this year, we experimented on the compulsory use of judicial affidavits in all cases in Quezon City. Result: hearings of cases have been cut by two-thirds in those courts. Why two-thirds? The testimony of a witness usually consists of two-thirds direct and one-third cross.
  • 114. Early this year, we experimented on the compulsory use of judicial affidavits in all cases in Quezon City. Result: hearings of cases have been cut by two-thirds in those courts. Why two-thirds? The testimony of a witness usually consists of two-thirds direct examination
  • 115. Early this year, we experimented on the compulsory use of judicial affidavits in all cases in Quezon City. Result: hearings of cases have been cut by two-thirds in those courts. Why two-thirds? The testimony of a witness usually consists of two-thirds direct examination
  • 116. Early this year, we experimented on the compulsory use of judicial affidavits in all cases in Quezon City. Result: hearings of cases have been cut by two-thirds in those courts. Why two-thirds? The testimony of a witness usually consists of two-thirds direct examination and one-third cross examination.
  • 117. With judicial affidavit as direct testimony, the witness is examined in court only on cross. Instead of one witness testifying at a given time, the court can now accommodate three witnesses in that time. Can you imagine that?
  • 118. With judicial affidavit as direct testimony, the witness is examined in court only on cross. Instead of one witness testifying at a given time, the court can now accommodate three witnesses in that time. Can you imagine that?
  • 119. With judicial affidavit as direct testimony, the witness is examined in court only on cross. Instead of one witness testifying at a given time, the court can now accommodate three witnesses in that time. Can you imagine that?
  • 120. With judicial affidavit as direct testimony, the witness is examined in court only on cross. Instead of one witness testifying at a given time, the court can now accommodate three witnesses in that time.
  • 121. With judicial affidavit as direct testimony, the witness is examined in court only on cross. Instead of one witness testifying at a given time, the court can now accommodate three witnesses in that time.
  • 122. With judicial affidavit as direct testimony, the witness is examined in court only on cross. Instead of one witness testifying at a given time, the court can now accommodate three witnesses in that time.
  • 123. Consequently, the Supreme Court approved the “Judicial Affidavit Rule” on September 4, 2012.
  • 124. What functions do judicial affidavits take? 1. They take the place of the witnesses’ direct testimonies; and 2. They shall attach and authenticate documentary or object evidence of the parties.
  • 125. What functions do judicial affidavits take? 1. They take the place of direct testimonies; and 2. They identify and authenticate documentary or object evidence of the parties.
  • 126. What functions do judicial affidavits take? 1. They take the place of direct testimonies; and 2. They identify and authenticate documentary or object evidence in the case.
  • 127. How and when are judicial affidavits to be submitted? The parties shall file them with the court and serve copies on the adverse party, personally or by licensed courier service, not later than five days before pre- trial or preliminary conference or the scheduled hearing with respect to motions and incidents
  • 128. How and when are judicial affidavits to be submitted? They are to be filed with the court and serve copies on the adverse party, personally or by licensed courier service, not later than five days before pre- trial or preliminary conference or the scheduled hearing with respect to motions and incidents
  • 129. How and when are judicial affidavits to be submitted? They are to be filed with the court and copies served on the adverse party, personally or by licensed courier service, not later than five days before pre- trial or preliminary conference or the scheduled hearing with respect to motions and incidents
  • 130. How and when are judicial affidavits to be submitted? They are to be filed with the court and copies served on the adverse party, personally or by licensed courier service, not later than five days before pre- trial or preliminary conference or the scheduled hearing with respect to motions and incidents
  • 131. How and when are judicial affidavits to be submitted? They are to be filed with the court and copies served on the adverse party, personally or by licensed courier service, not later than five days before pre- trial or preliminary conference or the scheduled hearing with respect to motions and incidents
  • 132. How and when are judicial affidavits to be submitted? They are to be filed with the court and copies served on the adverse party, personally or by licensed courier service, not later than five days before pre- trial or preliminary conference or the scheduled hearing with respect to motions and incidents.
  • 133. In what language will the judicial affidavits be prepared? In the language known to the witness and, if not in English or Filipino, accompanied by a translation in English or Filipino.
  • 134. In what language will the judicial affidavits be prepared? In the language known to the witness and, if not in English or Filipino, accompanied by a translation in English or Filipino.
  • 135. In what language will the judicial affidavits be prepared? In the language known to the witness but, if this is not in English or Filipino, accompanied by a translation in English or Filipino.
  • 136. In what language will the judicial affidavits be prepared? In the language known to the witness but, if this is not in English or Filipino, it is to be accompanied by a translation in English or Filipino. What is the significance of this? We are now allowing testimonies to be taken in the dialect provided they are subsequently translated into English or Filipino.
  • 137. In what language will the judicial affidavits be prepared? In the language known to the witness but, if this is not in English or Filipino, it is to be accompanied by a translation in English or Filipino. What is the significance of this? We are now allowing testimonies to be taken in the dialect provided they are subsequently translated into English or Filipino.
  • 138. In what language will the judicial affidavits be prepared? In the language known to the witness but, if this is not in English or Filipino, it is to be accompanied by a translation in English or Filipino. What is the significance of this? We are now allowing testimonies to be taken and kept in the dialect of the place provided they are subsequently translated into English or Filipino.
  • 139. In what language will the judicial affidavits be prepared? In the language known to the witness but, if this is not in English or Filipino, it is to be accompanied by a translation in English or Filipino. What is the significance of this? We are now allowing testimonies to be taken and kept in the dialect of the place provided they are subsequently translated into English or Filipino.
  • 140. Testimonies will be quoted in pleadings in their original version with the English translation in parenthesis provided by the party, subject to counter translation by opposing side.
  • 141. Testimonies will be quoted in pleadings in their original version with the English or Pilipino translation in parenthesis provided by the party, subject to counter translation by opposing side.
  • 142. Testimonies will be quoted in pleadings in their original version with the English or Pilipino translation in parenthesis provided by the party, subject to counter translation by opposing side.
  • 143. For example: When asked by the judge, Ramon said that the accused arrived in great haste. “Q. Nganong imo mang giingon nga gadali si Julio pag abot nya? (Why did you say that Julio arrived in haste?) “A. Kay gihangos man sya pag abot nya. Kasi po humihingal siya nang dumating.” (Because he was breathing hard, Sir, when he arrived.)
  • 144. For example: When asked by the judge, Ramon said that the accused arrived in great haste. “Q. Nganong imo mang giingon nga gadali si Julio pag abot nya? (Why did you say that Julio arrived in haste?) “A. Kay gihangos man sya pag abot nya. Kasi po humihingal siya nang dumating.” (Because he was breathing hard, Sir, when he arrived.)
  • 145. For example: When asked by the judge, Ramon said that the accused arrived in great haste. “Q. Nganong imo mang giingon nga gadali si Julio pag abot nya? (Why did you say that Julio arrived in haste?) “A. Kay gihangos man sya pag abot nya. Kasi po humihingal siya nang dumating.” (Because he was breathing hard, Sir, when he arrived.)
  • 146. For example: When asked by the judge, Ramon said that the accused arrived in great haste. “Q. Nganong imo mang giingon nga gadali si Julio pag abot nya? (Why did you say that Julio arrived in haste?) “A. Kay gihangos man sya pag abot nya.” (Because he was breathing hard, Sir, when he arrived.)
  • 147. What will the judicial affidavit contain? (a) The name, age, residence, or business address, and occupation of the witness; (b) The name and address of the lawyer who conducts or supervises the examination of the witness and the place where the examination is being held; and
  • 148. What will the judicial affidavit contain? (a) The personal circumstance of the witness; (b) The identity of the lawyer who conducts or supervises the examination of the witness and the place where the examination is being held; and
  • 149. What will the judicial affidavit contain? (a) The personal circumstance of the witness; (b) The identity of the lawyer who conducts or supervises the examination of the witness and the place where the examination is being held; and
  • 150. What will the judicial affidavit contain? (a) The personal circumstance of the witness; (b) The identity of the lawyer who conducts or supervises the examination of the witness (c) the place where the examination is being held; and (d) A statement that the witness is answering the questions under oath,
  • 151. What will the judicial affidavit contain? (a) The personal circumstance of the witness; (b) The identity of the lawyer who conducts or supervises the examination of the witness (c) the place where the examination is being held; and (d) A statement that the witness is answering the questions under oath
  • 152. What will the judicial affidavit contain? (a) The personal circumstance of the witness; (b) The identity of the lawyer who conducts or supervises the examination of the witness (c) the place where the examination is being held; and (d) A statement that the witness is answering the questions under oath and that he may face criminal liability for false testimony or perjury.
  • 153. Like this … “PRELIMINARY STATEMENT “The person examining me is Atty. Julio C. Magno with address at 45 Vicente G. Cruz, Sampaloc, Manila. The examination is being held at the same address. I am answering his questions fully conscious that I do so under oath and may face criminal liability for false testimony and perjury.”
  • 154. Like this … “I, ELNORA S. SABUGO, of legal age, married, and living at 12 Camalig St., Caloocan City, plaintiff in this case, state under oath as follows: “PRELIMINARY STATEMENT “The person examining me is Atty. Julio C. Magno with address at 45 Vicente G. Cruz, Sampaloc, Manila. The examination is being held at the same address. I am answering his questions fully conscious that I do so under oath and may face criminal liability for false testimony and perjury.”
  • 155. Then there is the affidavit proper that contains: (a) Questions asked of the witness and his corresponding answers, consecutively numbered, that show the circumstances under which the witness acquired the facts upon which he testifies.
  • 156. Then there is the affidavit proper that contains: (a) Numbered questions and answers; that show the circumstances under which the witness acquired the facts upon which he testifies.
  • 157. Then there is the affidavit proper that contains: (a) Numbered questions and answers, showing personal knowledge of the facts that the witness is testifying on.
  • 158. Like this … Q1. Do you know Gerry T. Umali, the defendant in this case? A1. Yes, sir. Q2. How did you know him? A2. He borrowed money from me
  • 159. Like this … Q1. Do you know Gerry T. Umali, the defendant in this case? A1. Yes, sir. Q2. How did you know him? A2. He asked me if he could borrow money from me, sir. Q3. Where did this happen? A.3. At my house in Caloocan City. Q4. When? A4. On May 22, 2011, sir.
  • 160. (b) Questions and answers that elicit facts relevant to the issues. Like this … Q3. When did he borrow money from you? A3. Sometime in April of 2008, he asked me if he could borrow P200,000.00 for his family. Q4. What was your reply? A4. I agreed to lend him the money.. Q5. Was your transaction in writing? A5. Yes, sir. We executed a “Kasunduan” on April 16, 2008.
  • 161. (b) Questions and answers that elicit facts relevant to the issues. Like this … Q5. What was your response to his request for loan from you? A5. I Agreed to lend him the money he needed. Q.6. How much? A.6. He asked for P300,000.00. Q7. Was your transaction in writing? A7. Yes, sir. We executed a “Kasunduan” on April 16, 2008.
  • 162. (c) Questions and answers that identify the attached documentary and object evidence and establish their authenticity in accordance with the Rules of Court. Like this … Q6: Where is this “Kasunduan” that you mentioned? A6: This is the one, sir (handing over a document). Q7: I am marking this “Kasunduan” as Exhibit A and the bracketed signature above the name Gerry Umali as Exh. A-1.
  • 163. (c) Questions and answers that identify the attached documentary and object evidence and establish their authenticity in accordance with the Rules of Court. Like this … Q6: Where is this “Kasunduan” that you mentioned? A6: This is the one, sir (handing over a document). Q7: I am marking this “Kasunduan” as Exhibit A and the bracketed signature above the name Gerry Umali as Exh. A-1.
  • 164. (c) Questions and answers that identify the attached documentary and object evidence and establish their authenticity in accordance with the Rules of Court. Like this … Q6: Where is this “Kasunduan” that you mentioned? A6: This is the one, sir (handing over a document). Q7: I am marking this “Kasunduan” as Exhibit A and the bracketed signature above the name Gerry Umali as Exh. A-1.
  • 165. (c) Questions and answers that identify the attached documentary and object evidence and establish their authenticity in accordance with the Rules of Court. Like this … Q8: Where is this “Kasunduan” that you mentioned? A8: This is the one, sir (handing over a document). Q9: I am marking this “Kasunduan” as Exhibit A and the bracketed signature above the name Gerry Umali as Exh. A-1.
  • 166. Do you know whose signature this is? A9: Yes, sir, that of Gerry Umali. Q10: How do you know? A10: I saw him sign it. Q11: I am marking the signature above the name Elnora Sabugo on this document as Exh. A-2. Do you know whose signature this is? A11: Yes, sir, that is my signature. Q11: I am attaching Exhibit A to your judicial affidavit to form part of it. Do you confirm my action? A11: Yes, sir.
  • 167. What is required of the lawyer who examined the witness or supervised such examination? He must execute a sworn attestation at the end of the judicial affidavit that: (1) He faithfully recorded or caused to be recorded the questions he asked and the corresponding answers that the witness gave; and (2) Neither he nor any other person then present coached the witness regarding his answers.
  • 168. What is required of the lawyer who examined the witness or supervised such examination? He must execute a sworn attestation at the end of the judicial affidavit that: (1) He faithfully recorded or caused to be recorded the questions he asked and the corresponding answers that the witness gave; and (2) Neither he nor any other person then present coached the witness regarding his answers.
  • 169. What is required of the lawyer who examined the witness or supervised such examination? He must execute a sworn attestation at the end of the judicial affidavit that: (1) He faithfully recorded or caused to be recorded the questions he asked and the corresponding answers that the witness gave; and (2) Neither he nor any other person then present coached the witness regarding his answers.
  • 170. What is required of the lawyer who examined the witness or supervised such examination? He must execute a sworn attestation at the end of the judicial affidavit that: (1) He faithfully recorded or caused to be recorded the questions he asked and the corresponding answers that the witness gave; and (2) Neither he nor any other person then present coached the witness regarding his answers.
  • 171. What is required of the lawyer who examined the witness or supervised such examination? He must execute a sworn attestation at the end of the judicial affidavit that: (1) He faithfully recorded or caused to be recorded the questions he asked and the corresponding answers that the witness gave; and (2) Neither he nor any other person then present coached the witness regarding his answers.
  • 172. What is required of the lawyer who examined the witness or supervised such examination? He must execute a sworn attestation at the end of the judicial affidavit that: (1) He faithfully recorded or caused to be recorded the questions he asked and the corresponding answers that the witness gave; and (2) Neither he nor any other person then present coached the witness regarding his answers.
  • 173. Like this … I faithfully recorded the questions I asked Ms. Sabugo and the corresponding answers she gave me; and neither I nor any other person then present coached Ms. Sabugo regarding her answers. JULIO C. MAGNO Affiant
  • 174. What is the consequence of a false attestation? It will subject the lawyer-examiner or the supervising lawyer to disciplinary action, including disbarment.
  • 175. What is the consequence of a false attestation? It will subject the lawyer-examiner or the supervising lawyer to disciplinary action, including disbarment.
  • 176. What is the consequence of a false attestation? It will subject the lawyer-examiner or the supervising lawyer to disciplinary action, including disbarment.
  • 177. What is the consequence of a false attestation? It will subject the lawyer-examiner or the supervising lawyer to disciplinary action, including disbarment.
  • 178. Is this requirement unreasonable? No. Even without this requirement, it is the lawyer’s duty to record the questions and answers faithfully and prevent coaching of the witness. It is fair since the attestation is required of the opposing lawyer as well. We need to trust the fidelity of judicial affidavits since it takes the place of direct testimony in court. What is wrong with requiring lawyers to assume responsibility for their work?
  • 179. Is this requirement unreasonable? No. 1. Even without this requirement, it is the lawyer’s duty to record the questions and answers faithfully and prevent coaching of the witness. It is fair since the attestation is required of the opposing lawyer as well. We need to trust the fidelity of judicial affidavits since it takes the place of direct testimony in court. What is wrong with requiring lawyers to assume responsibility for their work?
  • 180. Is this requirement unreasonable? No. 1. Even without it, the lawyer is responsible for faithfully recording the questions and answers and prevent coaching of the witness. It is fair since the attestation is required of the opposing lawyer as well. We need to trust the fidelity of judicial affidavits since it takes the place of direct testimony in court. What is wrong with requiring lawyers to assume responsibility for their work?
  • 181. Is this requirement unreasonable? No. 1. Even without it, the lawyer is responsible for faithfully recording the questions and answers and prevent coaching of the witness. It is fair since the attestation is required of the opposing lawyer as well. We need to trust the fidelity of judicial affidavits since it takes the place of direct testimony in court. What is wrong with requiring lawyers to assume responsibility for their work?
  • 182. Is this requirement unreasonable? No. 1. Even without it, the lawyer is responsible for faithfully recording the questions and answers and prevent coaching of the witness. 2. The attestation is fair since it is required of the opposing lawyer as well. We need to trust the fidelity of judicial affidavits since it takes the place of direct testimony in court. What is wrong with requiring lawyers to assume responsibility for their work?
  • 183. Is this requirement unreasonable? No. 1. Even without it, the lawyer is responsible for faithfully recording the questions and answers and prevent coaching of the witness. 2. The attestation is fair since it is required of the opposing lawyer as well. 3. We need to trust the fidelity of judicial affidavit since it takes the place of direct testimony in court. What is wrong with requiring lawyers to assume responsibility for their work?
  • 184. Is this requirement unreasonable? No. 1. Even without it, the lawyer is responsible for faithfully recording the questions and answers and prevent coaching of the witness. 2. The attestation is fair since it is required of the opposing lawyer as well. 3. We need to trust the fidelity of judicial affidavit since it takes the place of direct testimony in court. 4. What is wrong with requiring lawyers to assume responsibility for their actions?
  • 185. How will the judicial affidavits of uncooperative witnesses be taken? If the government employee or official, or the requested witness, who is neither the witness of the adverse party nor a hostile witness, unjustifiably declines to execute a judicial affidavit or refuses without just cause to make the relevant books, documents, or other things under his control available for copying, authentication, and eventual production in court,
  • 186. How will the judicial affidavits of uncooperative witnesses be taken? If the government employee or official, or the requested witness who is neither the witness of the adverse party nor a hostile witness, unjustifiably declines to execute a judicial affidavit or refuses without just cause to make the relevant books, documents, or other things under his control available for copying, authentication, and eventual production in court,
  • 187. How will the judicial affidavits of uncooperative witnesses be taken? If the government employee or official, or the requested witness unjustifiably declines to execute a judicial affidavit or refuses without just cause to make the relevant books, documents, or other things under his control available for copying, authentication, and eventual production in court,
  • 188. How will the judicial affidavits of uncooperative witnesses be taken? If the government employee or official, or the requested witness unjustifiably declines to execute a judicial affidavit or refuses without just cause to make the relevant books, documents, or other things under his control available for copying, authentication, and eventual production in court,
  • 189. How will the judicial affidavits of uncooperative witnesses be taken? If the government employee or official, or the requested witness unjustifiably declines to execute a judicial affidavit or refuses without just cause to make the relevant books, documents, or other things under his control available for copying, authentication, and eventual production in court,
  • 190. How will the judicial affidavits of uncooperative witnesses be taken? If the government employee or official, or the requested witness, unjustifiably declines to execute a judicial affidavit or refuses without just cause to make the relevant books, documents, or other things under his control available for copying, authentication, and eventual production in court, the requesting party may avail himself of the issuance of a subpoena ad testificandum
  • 191. or duces tecum under Rule 21 of the Rules of Court. The rules governing the issuance of a subpoena to the witness in this case shall be the same as when taking his deposition except that the taking of a judicial affidavit shall be understood to be ex parte.
  • 192. or duces tecum under Rule 21 of the Rules of Court. No judicial affidavit is required for the adverse party or hostile witness
  • 193. or duces tecum under Rule 21 of the Rules of Court. No judicial affidavit is required for the adverse party or hostile witness since he can be queried with leading questions as in cross.
  • 194. or duces tecum under Rule 21 of the Rules of Court. No judicial affidavit is required for the adverse party or hostile witness since he can be queried with leading questions as in cross. The rules governing the issuance of a subpoena to the witness in this case shall be the same as when taking his deposition except that the taking of a judicial affidavit shall be understood to be ex parte.
  • 195. or duces tecum under Rule 21 of the Rules of Court. No judicial affidavit is required for the adverse party or hostile witness since he can be queried with leading questions as in cross. The rules governing the issuance of a subpoena to the witness in this case shall be the same as when taking his deposition except that the taking of a judicial affidavit shall be understood to be ex parte.
  • 196. or duces tecum under Rule 21 of the Rules of Court. No judicial affidavit is required for the adverse party or hostile witness since he can be queried with leading questions as in cross. The rules governing the issuance of a subpoena to the witness in this case shall be the same as when taking his deposition except that the taking of a judicial affidavit shall be understood to be ex parte.
  • 197.
  • 198. With the judicial affidavit taking the place of direct testimony, what remedy does the opposing party have if inadmissible evidence is introduced through such affidavit? The rule requires the party presenting the judicial affidavit of his witness to state at the start of the presentation of the witness to state his purpose for presenting such testimony.
  • 199. With the judicial affidavit taking the place of direct testimony, what remedy does the opposing party have if inadmissible evidence is introduced through such affidavit? The rule requires the party presenting the judicial affidavit of his witness to state at the start of the presentation of the witness to state his purpose for presenting such testimony.
  • 200. With the judicial affidavit taking the place of direct testimony, what remedy does the opposing party have if inadmissible evidence is introduced through such affidavit? The rule requires the party presenting the judicial affidavit of his witness to state at the start of the presentation of the witness to state his purpose for presenting such testimony.
  • 201. With the judicial affidavit taking the place of direct testimony, what remedy does the opposing party have if inadmissible evidence is introduced through such affidavit? The rule requires the party presenting the judicial affidavit of his witness to state at the start of the presentation of the witness to state his purpose for presenting such testimony.
  • 202. With the judicial affidavit taking the place of direct testimony, what remedy does the opposing party have if inadmissible evidence is introduced through such affidavit? The rule requires the party presenting the judicial affidavit of his witness to state at the start of the presentation of the witness the party’s purpose for presenting such testimony.
  • 203. The adverse party may then move to disqualify the witness or to strike out his affidavit or any of the answers found in it on ground of inadmissibility. The court shall promptly rule on the motion and, if granted, shall cause the marking of any excluded answer by placing it in brackets under the initials of an authorized court personnel.
  • 204. The adverse party may then move to disqualify the witness or to strike out his affidavit or any of the answers found in it on ground of inadmissibility. The court shall promptly rule on the motion and, if granted, shall cause the marking of any excluded answer by placing it in brackets under the initials of an authorized court personnel.
  • 205. The adverse party may then move to disqualify the witness or to strike out his affidavit or any of the answers found in it on ground of inadmissibility. The court shall promptly rule on the motion and, if granted, shall cause the marking of any excluded answer by placing it in brackets under the initials of an authorized court personnel.
  • 206. The adverse party may then move to disqualify the witness or to strike out his affidavit or any of the answers found in it on ground of inadmissibility.
  • 207. The court shall promptly rule on the motion and, if granted, shall cause the marking of any excluded answer by placing it in brackets under the initials of an authorized court personnel.
  • 208. The court shall promptly rule on the motion and, if granted, shall cause the exclusion of the offending answer by placing it in brackets under the initials of an authorized court personnel.
  • 209. The court shall promptly rule on the motion and, if granted, shall cause the exclusion of the offending answer by placing it in brackets. Q1. Do you know Gerry T. Umali, the defendant in this case? A1. Yes, sir. Q2. How did you know him? A2. He asked me if he could borrow money from me, sir. [Q3. Do you know what he needed the money for? A.3. Yes, Sir. His brother told me that he had to pay for his son’s tuition fees.] MJC 5/2/10 Q4. When did he ask you if he could borrow money from you? A4. On May 22, 2011, sir.
  • 210. Moreover, if cross examination reveals an inadmissible testimony in the judicial affidavit, the adverse party could of course also ask for its striking out. This is without prejudice to a tender of excluded evidence under Section 40 of Rule 132 of the Rules of Court.
  • 211. Moreover, if cross examination reveals an inadmissible testimony in the judicial affidavit, the adverse party could of course also ask for its striking out. This is without prejudice to a tender of excluded evidence under Section 40 of Rule 132 of the Rules of Court.
  • 212. Moreover, if cross examination reveals an inadmissible testimony in the judicial affidavit, the adverse party could of course also ask for its striking out. This is without prejudice to a tender of excluded evidence under Section 40 of Rule 132 of the Rules of Court.
  • 213. Is cross examination of the witness allowed? Yes. The adverse party shall have the right to cross-examine the witness on his judicial affidavit and on the exhibits attached to the same. Since he has been given a copy of the judicial affidavit long before the hearing, the adverse party would have no reason to seek postponement. The party who presents the witness may also examine him as on re-direct.
  • 214. Is cross examination of the witness allowed? Yes. The adverse party shall have the right to cross-examine the witness on his judicial affidavit and on the exhibits attached to the same. Since he has been given a copy of the judicial affidavit long before the hearing, the adverse party would have no reason to seek postponement. The party who presents the witness may also examine him as on re-direct.
  • 215. Is cross examination of the witness allowed? Yes. The adverse party shall have the right to cross-examine the witness on his judicial affidavit and on the exhibits attached to the same. Since he has been given a copy of the judicial affidavit long before the hearing, the adverse party would have no reason to seek postponement. The party who presents the witness may also examine him as on re-direct.
  • 216. Is cross examination of the witness allowed? Yes. The adverse party shall have the right to cross-examine the witness on his judicial affidavit and on the exhibits attached to the same. Since he has been given a copy of the judicial affidavit long before the hearing, the adverse party would have no reason to seek postponement. The party who presents the witness may also examine him as on re-direct.
  • 217. Is cross examination of the witness allowed? Yes. The adverse party shall have the right to cross-examine the witness on his judicial affidavit and on the exhibits attached to the same. Since he has been given a copy of the judicial affidavit long before the hearing, the adverse party would have no reason to seek postponement. The party who presents the witness may also examine him as on re-direct.
  • 218. Is cross examination of the witness allowed? Yes. The adverse party shall have the right to cross-examine the witness on his judicial affidavit and on the exhibits attached to the same. Since he has been given a copy of the judicial affidavit long before the hearing, the adverse party would have no reason to seek postponement. The party who presents the witness may also examine him as on re-direct.
  • 219. Can the court also examine the witness? Yes. The Judicial Affidavit Rule signals the shift in our system for hearing cases from purely adversarial to a combined adversarial and inquisitorial system, patterned after many successful models in the world. In every case, the court shall take active part in examining the witness
  • 220. Can the court also examine the witness? Yes. The Judicial Affidavit Rule signals the shift in our system for hearing cases from purely adversarial to a combined adversarial and inquisitorial system, patterned after many successful models in the world. In every case, the court shall take active part in examining the witness
  • 221. Can the court also examine the witness? Yes. The Judicial Affidavit Rule signals the shift in our system for hearing cases from purely adversarial to a combined adversarial and inquisitorial system, patterned after many successful models in the world. In every case, the court shall take active part in examining the witness
  • 222. Can the court also examine the witness? Yes. The Judicial Affidavit Rule signals the shift in our system for hearing cases from purely adversarial to a combined adversarial and inquisitorial system, patterned after many successful models in the world. In every case, the court shall take active part in examining the witness
  • 223. Can the court also examine the witness? Yes. The Judicial Affidavit Rule signals the shift in our system for hearing cases from purely adversarial to a combined adversarial and inquisitorial system, patterned after many successful models in the world. In every case, the judge shall take active part in examining the witness.
  • 224. He is not limited to asking clarificatory questions; he may also ask questions that will determine the credibility of the witness, ascertain the truth of his testimony, and elicit the answers that the judge needs for resolving the issues.
  • 225. He is not limited to asking clarificatory questions; he may also ask questions that will determine the credibility of the witness, ascertain the truth of his testimony, and elicit the answers that the judge needs for resolving the issues.
  • 226. He is not limited to asking clarificatory questions; he may also ask questions that will determine the credibility of the witness, ascertain the truth of his testimony, and elicit the answers that the judge needs for resolving the issues.
  • 227. He is not limited to asking clarificatory questions; he may also ask questions that will determine the credibility of the witness, ascertain the truth of his testimony, and elicit the answers that the judge needs for resolving the issues.
  • 228. Suppose the examination of the witness by the judge results in eliciting answers that are favorable to a party to the case, will that not be regarded as showing bias in favor of that party? No. The reason the judge under the jury system avoids asking questions of the witness is that the members of the jury, who are common people,
  • 229. Suppose the examination of the witness by the judge results in eliciting answers that are favorable to a party to the case, will that not be regarded as showing bias in favor of that party? No. The reason the judge under the jury system avoids asking questions of the witness is that the members of the jury, who are common people,
  • 230. Suppose the examination of the witness by the judge results in eliciting answers that are favorable to a party to the case, will that not be regarded as showing bias in favor of that party? No. The reason the judge under the jury system avoids asking questions of the witness is that the members of the jury, who are common people,
  • 231. Suppose the examination of the witness by the judge results in eliciting answers that are favorable to a party to the case, will that not be regarded as showing bias in favor of that party? No. The reason the judge under the jury system avoids asking questions of the witness is that the members of the jury, who are common people,
  • 232. Suppose the examination of the witness by the judge results in eliciting answers that are favorable to a party to the case, will that not be regarded as showing bias in favor of that party? No. The reason the judge under the jury system avoids asking questions of the witness is that the members of the jury, who are common people,
  • 233. might give undue importance to the answers the judge elicits more than what those answers actually deserve. But we have no jury. Besides, a party is not prevented from objecting to questions from the judge if they tend to elicit inadmissible answers. In any case, the answer comes not from the judge but from the witness. If the answer is admissible, such answer simply lends itself to the truth.
  • 234. might give undue importance to the answers the judge elicits more than what those answers actually deserve. But we have no jury. Besides, a party is not prevented from objecting to questions from the judge if they tend to elicit inadmissible answers. In any case, the answer comes not from the judge but from the witness. If the answer is admissible, such answer simply lends itself to the truth.
  • 235. might give undue importance to the answers the judge elicits more than what those answers actually deserve. But we have no jury. Besides, a party is not prevented from objecting to questions from the judge if they tend to elicit inadmissible answers. In any case, the answer comes not from the judge but from the witness. If the answer is admissible, such answer simply lends itself to the truth.
  • 236. might give undue importance to the answers the judge elicits more than what those answers actually deserve. But we have no jury. Besides, a party is not prevented from objecting to questions from the judge if they tend to elicit inadmissible answers. In any case, the answer comes not from the judge but from the witness. If the answer is admissible, such answer simply lends itself to the truth.
  • 237. might give undue importance to the answers the judge elicits more than what those answers actually deserve. But we have no jury. Besides, a party is not prevented from objecting to questions from the judge if they tend to elicit inadmissible answers. In any case, the answer comes not from the judge but from the witness. If the answer is admissible, such answer simply lends itself to the truth.
  • 238. might give undue importance to the answers the judge elicits more than what those answers actually deserve. But we have no jury. Besides, a party is not prevented from objecting to questions from the judge if they tend to elicit inadmissible answers. In any case, the answer comes not from the judge but from the witness. If the answer is admissible, such answer simply lends itself to the truth.
  • 239. might give undue importance to the answers the judge elicits more than what those answers actually deserve. But we have no jury. Besides, a party is not prevented from objecting to questions from the judge if they tend to elicit inadmissible answers. In any case, the answer comes not from the judge but from the witness. If the answer is admissible, such answer simply lends itself to the court’s search for truth.
  • 240. might give undue importance to the answers the judge elicits more than what those answers actually deserve. But we have no jury. Besides, a party is not prevented from objecting to questions from the judge if they tend to elicit inadmissible answers. In any case, the answer comes not from the judge but from the witness. If the answer is admissible, such answer simply lends itself to the court’s search for truth.
  • 241. Trial is not about preventing unfavorable questions from being asked but about bringing out the truth no matter who is favored by it. What is more, if the judge shows clear and outright bias, precluding the idea that he is only after the truth, the prejudiced party can seek his inhibition. But be aware that the Supreme Court has been suspending lawyers from practice who file frivolous motions for inhibition against judges.
  • 242. Trial is not about preventing unfavorable questions from being asked but about bringing out the truth no matter who is favored by it. What is more, if the judge shows clear and outright bias, precluding the idea that he is only after the truth, the prejudiced party can seek his inhibition. But be aware that the Supreme Court has been suspending lawyers from practice who file frivolous motions for inhibition against judges.
  • 243. Trial is not about preventing unfavorable questions from being asked but about bringing out the truth no matter who is favored by it. What is more, if the judge shows clear and outright bias, precluding the idea that he is only after the truth, the prejudiced party can seek his inhibition. But be aware that the Supreme Court has been suspending lawyers from practice who file frivolous motions for inhibition against judges.
  • 244. Trial is not about preventing unfavorable questions from being asked but about bringing out the truth no matter who is favored by it. What is more, if the judge shows clear and outright bias, precluding the idea that he is only after the truth, the prejudiced party can seek his inhibition. But be aware that the Supreme Court has been suspending lawyers from practice who file frivolous motions for inhibition against judges.
  • 245. Trial is not about preventing unfavorable questions from being asked but about bringing out the truth no matter who is favored by it. What is more, if the judge shows clear and outright bias, precluding the idea that he is only after the truth, the prejudiced party can seek his inhibition. But be aware that the Supreme Court has been suspending lawyers from practice who file frivolous motions for inhibition against judges.
  • 246. Trial is not about preventing unfavorable questions from being asked but about bringing out the truth no matter who is favored by it. What is more, if the judge shows clear and outright bias, precluding the idea that he is only after the truth, the prejudiced party can seek his inhibition. But be aware that the Supreme Court has been suspending lawyers from practice who file frivolous motions for inhibition against judges.
  • 247. Trial is not about preventing unfavorable questions from being asked but about bringing out the truth no matter who is favored by it. What is more, if the judge shows clear and outright bias, precluding the idea that he is only after the truth, the prejudiced party can seek his inhibition. But be aware that the Supreme Court has been suspending lawyers from practice who file frivolous motions for inhibition against judges.
  • 248. How are the documentary and object exhibits of the parties offered for admission as evidence? Upon the termination of the testimony of his last witness, a party shall immediately make an oral offer of evidence of his documentary or object exhibits, piece by piece, in their chronological order, stating the purpose or purposes for which he offers the particular exhibit.
  • 249. How are the documentary and object exhibits of the parties offered for admission as evidence? After terminating the testimony of his last witness, a party shall immediately make an oral offer of evidence of his documentary or object exhibits, piece by piece, in their chronological order, stating the purpose or purposes for which he offers the particular exhibit.
  • 250. How are the documentary and object exhibits of the parties offered for admission as evidence? After terminating the testimony of his last witness, a party shall immediately make an oral offer of evidence of his documentary and object exhibits, piece by piece, in their chronological order, stating the purpose or purposes for which he offers the particular exhibit.
  • 251. How are the documentary and object exhibits of the parties offered for admission as evidence? After terminating the testimony of his last witness, a party shall immediately make an oral offer of evidence of his documentary and object exhibits, piece by piece, in their chronological order, stating the purpose or purposes for which he offers the particular exhibit.
  • 252. How are the documentary and object exhibits of the parties offered for admission as evidence? After terminating the testimony of his last witness, a party shall immediately make an oral offer of evidence of his documentary and object exhibits, piece by piece, in their chronological order, stating the purpose or purposes for which he offers the particular exhibit.
  • 253. After each piece of exhibit is offered,
  • 254. After each piece of exhibit is offered, the adverse party shall state the legal ground for his objection to it, if any, and the court shall immediately make its ruling respecting that exhibit.
  • 255. After each piece of exhibit is offered, the adverse party shall state the legal ground for his objection to it, if any, and the court shall immediately make its ruling respecting that exhibit.
  • 256. Since the documentary or object exhibits form part of the judicial affidavits that describe and authenticate them, it is sufficient that such exhibits are simply cited by their markings during the offers, the objections, and the rulings, dispensing with the description of each exhibit.
  • 257. Since the documentary or object exhibits form part of the judicial affidavits that describe and authenticate them, it is sufficient that such exhibits are simply cited by their markings during the offers, the objections, and the rulings, dispensing with the description of each exhibit.
  • 258. Since the documentary or object exhibits form part of the judicial affidavits that describe and authenticate them, it is sufficient that such exhibits are simply cited by their markings during the offers, the objections, and the rulings, dispensing with the description of each exhibit.
  • 259. Since the documentary or object exhibits form part of the judicial affidavits that describe and authenticate them, it is sufficient that such exhibits are simply cited by their markings during the offers, the objections, and the rulings, dispensing with the description of each exhibit.
  • 260. Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply to criminal actions? Yes (1) where the maximum of the imposable penalty does not exceed six years; (2) where the accused agrees to the use of judicial affidavits, irrespective of the penalty involved; or (3) with respect to the civil aspect of the actions, whatever the penalties involved are.
  • 261. Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply to criminal actions? Yes (1) where the maximum of the imposable penalty does not exceed six years; (2) where the accused agrees to the use of judicial affidavits, irrespective of the penalty involved; or (3) with respect to the civil aspect of the actions, whatever the penalties involved are.
  • 262. Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply to criminal actions? Yes (1) where the maximum of the imposable penalty does not exceed six years; (2) irrespective of the penalty involved, where the accused agrees to the use of judicial affidavits, irrespective of the penalty involved; or (3) with respect to the civil aspect of the actions, whatever the penalties involved are.
  • 263. Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply to criminal actions? Yes (1) where the maximum of the imposable penalty does not exceed six years; (2) irrespective of the penalty involved, where the accused agrees to the use of judicial affidavits; (3) with respect to the civil aspect of the actions, whatever the penalties involved are.
  • 264. When will the parties in the criminal case submit their judicial affidavits? The prosecution shall submit the judicial affidavits of its witnesses Not later than five days before the pre-trial, serving copies of the same upon the accused. The complainant or public prosecutor shall attach to the affidavits such documentary or object evidence as he may have, marking them as Exhibits A, B, C, and so on.
  • 265. When will the parties in the criminal case submit their judicial affidavits? The prosecution shall submit the judicial affidavits of its witnesses Not later than five days before the pre-trial, serving copies of the same upon the accused. The complainant or public prosecutor shall attach to the affidavits such documentary or object evidence as he may have, marking them as Exhibits A, B, C, and so on.
  • 266. When will the parties in the criminal case submit their judicial affidavits? The prosecution shall submit the judicial affidavits of its witnesses Not later than five days before the pre-trial, serving copies of the same upon the accused. The complainant or public prosecutor shall attach to the affidavits such documentary or object evidence as he may have, marking them as Exhibits A, B, C, and so on.
  • 267. When will the parties in the criminal case submit their judicial affidavits? The prosecution shall submit the judicial affidavits of its witnesses Not later than five days before the pre-trial, serving copies of the same upon the accused.
  • 268. No further judicial affidavit or documentary or object evidence may be admitted at the trial. If the accused desires to be heard on his defense after receipt of the judicial affidavits of the prosecution, he shall have the option to submit his judicial affidavit as well as those of his witnesses to the court within ten days of receipt of such affidavits and serve a copy of each on the public and private prosecutors,
  • 269. No further judicial affidavit or documentary or object evidence may be admitted at the trial. If the accused desires to be heard on his defense after receipt of the judicial affidavits of the prosecution, he shall have the option to submit his judicial affidavit as well as those of his witnesses to the court within ten days of receipt of such affidavits and serve a copy of each on the public and private prosecutors,
  • 270. No further judicial affidavit or documentary or object evidence may be admitted at the trial. If the accused desires to be heard on his defense after receipt of the judicial affidavits of the prosecution, he shall have the option to submit his judicial affidavit as well as those of his witnesses to the court within ten days of receipt of such affidavits and serve a copy of each on the public and private prosecutors,
  • 271. No further judicial affidavit or documentary or object evidence may be admitted at the trial. If the accused desires to be heard on his defense after receipt of the judicial affidavits of the prosecution, he shall have the option to submit his judicial affidavit as well as those of his witnesses to the court within ten days of receipt of such affidavits and serve a copy of each on the public and private prosecutors,
  • 272. No further judicial affidavit or documentary or object evidence may be admitted at the trial. If the accused desires to be heard on his defense after receipt of the judicial affidavits of the prosecution, he shall have the option to submit his judicial affidavit as well as those of his witnesses to the court within ten days of receipt of such affidavits and serve a copy of each on the public and private prosecutors or keep his silence.
  • 273. No further judicial affidavit or documentary or object evidence may be admitted at the trial. If the accused desires to be heard on his defense after receipt of the judicial affidavits of the prosecution, he shall have the option to submit his judicial affidavit as well as those of his witnesses to the court within ten days of receipt of such affidavits and serve a copy of each on the public and private prosecutors or keep his silence.
  • 274. Because the prosecution lays all its evidence on the table, the accused can freely and reasonably make his choice of whether to remain silent or not.
  • 275. Because the prosecution lays all its evidence on the table, the accused can freely and reasonably make his choice of whether to remain silent or not.
  • 276. What are the effects of the failure of a party to submit his judicial affidavits? He shall be deemed to have waived their submission. But the court may give him one last chance to submit them provided the delay is for a valid reason, would not unduly prejudice the opposing party, and the defaulting party pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00 nor more than P5,000.00, at the discretion of the court.
  • 277. What are the effects of the failure of a party to submit his judicial affidavits? He shall be deemed to have waived their submission. But the court may give him one last chance to submit them provided the delay is for a valid reason, would not unduly prejudice the opposing party, and the defaulting party pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00 nor more than P5,000.00, at the discretion of the court.
  • 278. What are the effects of the failure of a party to submit his judicial affidavits? He shall be deemed to have waived their submission. But the court may give him one last chance the delay is for a valid reason, would not unduly prejudice the opposing party, and the defaulting party pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00 nor more than P5,000.00, at the discretion of the court.
  • 279. What are the effects of the failure of a party to submit his judicial affidavits? He shall be deemed to have waived their submission. But the court may give him one last chance if the delay is for a valid reason, would not unduly prejudice the opposing party, and the defaulting party pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00 nor more than P5,000.00, at the discretion of the court.
  • 280. What are the effects of the failure of a party to submit his judicial affidavits? He shall be deemed to have waived their submission. But the court may give him one last chance if the delay is for a valid reason, would not unduly prejudice the opposing party, and the defaulting party pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00 nor more than P5,000.00, at the discretion of the court.
  • 281. What are the effects of the failure of a party to submit his judicial affidavits? He shall be deemed to have waived their submission. But the court may give him one last chance if the delay is for a valid reason, would not unduly prejudice the opposing party, and the defaulting party pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00 nor more than P5,000.00, at the discretion of the court.
  • 282. What are the effects of the failure of a party to submit his judicial affidavits? He shall be deemed to have waived their submission. But the court may give him one last chance if the delay is for a valid reason, would not unduly prejudice the opposing party, and the defaulting party pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00 nor more than P5,000.00, at the discretion of the court.
  • 283.
  • 284. What are the effects of the absence of the witness or of counsel at the scheduled hearing? The court shall not consider the affidavit of any witness who fails to appear at the scheduled hearing of the case as required. Counsel who fails to appear without valid cause despite notice shall be deemed to have waived his client’s right to confront by cross examination the witnesses there present.
  • 285. What are the effects of the absence of the witness or of counsel at the scheduled hearing? The court shall not consider the affidavit of any absent witness who fails to appear at the scheduled hearing of the case as required. Counsel who fails to appear without valid cause despite notice shall be deemed to have waived his client’s right to confront by cross examination the witnesses there present.
  • 286. What are the effects of the absence of the witness or of counsel at the scheduled hearing? The court shall not consider the affidavit of any absent witness. Counsel who fails to appear without valid cause shall be deemed to have waived his client’s right to confront by cross examination the witnesses there present.
  • 287. What are the effects of the absence of the witness or of counsel at the scheduled hearing? The court shall not consider the affidavit of any absent witness. Counsel who fails to appear without valid cause shall be deemed to have waived his client’s right to cross examine.
  • 288. What is the effect of submitting judicial affidavits to the content requirements of section 3 and the attestation requirement of section 4? The court shall not admit as evidence such judicial affidavits. But it may allow only once the subsequent submission of the compliant replacement affidavits before the hearing or trial provided
  • 289. What is the effect of submitting judicial affidavits that do not conform to content requirements? and the attestation requirement of section 4? The court shall not admit as evidence such judicial affidavits. But it may allow only once the subsequent submission of the compliant replacement affidavits before the hearing or trial provided
  • 290. What is the effect of submitting judicial affidavits that do not conform to content requirements? The court shall not admit them in evidence. But it may allow only once the subsequent submission of the compliant replacement affidavits before the hearing or trial provided
  • 291. What is the effect of submitting judicial affidavits that do not conform to content requirements? The court shall not admit them in evidence. But it may allow only once the subsequent submission of the compliant replacement affidavits before the hearing or trial provided
  • 292. What is the effect of submitting judicial affidavits that do not conform to content requirements? The court shall not admit them in evidence. But it may allow only once the subsequent submission of the compliant replacement affidavits before the hearing or trial provided
  • 293. the delay is for a valid reason, and would not unduly prejudice the opposing party and provided further, that public or private counsel responsible for their preparation and submission pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00 nor more than P5,000.00, at the discretion of the court
  • 294. the delay is for a valid reason, would not unduly prejudice the opposing party, and provided further, that public or private counsel responsible for their preparation and submission pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00 nor more than P5,000.00, at the discretion of the court
  • 295. the delay is for a valid reason, would not unduly prejudice the opposing party, and the public or private counsel responsible for their preparation and submission pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00 nor more than P5,000.00, at the discretion of the court
  • 296. the delay is for a valid reason, would not unduly prejudice the opposing party, and the public or private counsel responsible for their preparation and submission pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00 nor more than P5,000.00, at the discretion of the court
  • 297. the delay is for a valid reason, would not unduly prejudice the opposing party, and the public or private counsel responsible for their preparation and submission pays a fine of not less than P1,000.00 nor more than P5,000.00, at the discretion of the court
  • 298.
  • 299. Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply to existing cases? Yes.
  • 300. Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply to existing cases? Yes.
  • 301. Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply to existing cases? Yes. Suppose the existing cases had already undergone pre-trial and just a few testimonies remain to be heard, will the rule still apply? Yes. The remaining testimonies shall be treated as incidents to be heard by judicial affidavits.
  • 302. Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply to existing cases? Yes. Suppose the existing cases had already undergone pre-trial and just a few testimonies remain to be heard, will the rule still apply? Yes. The remaining testimonies shall be treated as incidents to be heard by judicial affidavits.
  • 303. Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply to existing cases? Yes. Suppose the existing cases had already undergone pre-trial and just a few testimonies remain to be heard, will the rule still apply? Yes. The remaining testimonies shall be treated as incidents to be heard by judicial affidavits.
  • 304. Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply to existing cases? Yes. Suppose the existing cases had already undergone pre-trial and just a few testimonies remain to be heard, will the rule still apply? Yes. The remaining testimonies shall be treated as incidents to be heard by judicial affidavits.
  • 305. Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply to existing cases? Yes. Suppose the existing cases had already undergone pre-trial and just a few testimonies remain to be heard, will the rule still apply? Yes. The remaining testimonies shall be treated as incidents to be heard by judicial affidavits.
  • 306. Will the Judicial Affidavit Rule apply to existing cases? Yes. Suppose the existing cases had already undergone pre-trial and just a few testimonies remain to be heard, will the rule still apply? Yes. The remaining testimonies shall be treated as incidents to be heard by judicial affidavits.
  • 308. Like this … “PRELIMINARY STATEMENT “The person examining me is Atty. Julio C. Magno with address at 45 Vicente G. Cruz, Sampaloc, Manila. The examination is being held at the same address. I am answering his questions fully conscious that I do so under oath and may face criminal liability for false testimony and perjury.”
  • 309. Ako, si PO1 Renato Y. Robles, 34 taon, may-asawa, isang pulis, at nakatalaga sa Sampaloc Police Station, Sampaloc, Manila, matapos makapanumpa ng ayon sa batas ay nagsasaad ng mga sumusunod: Pangunang Salita Ang nagtatanong sa akin sa judicial affidavit kong ito ay si PO2 Jaime C. Ramos na isang pulis na nakatalaga din sa Sampaloc Police Station, Manila, Ginanap ang pagtatanong niya sa akin sa Station ding ito.
  • 310. Sinagot ko ang mga tanong sa akin sa ilalim ng aking sinumpaan na magsabi ng katotohanan lamang at batid ko na maaari akong managot kung sakaling ako ay magsinungaling.”