Rule 5 - Uniform Procedure in Trial Courts

Question 1

In a Municipal Trial Court (MTC) proceeding, a plaintiff raised concerns about a specific procedural aspect, arguing that the procedure should follow a different path than that of the Regional Trial Courts (RTC). Explain how the uniform procedure applies in MTC and RTC, highlighting any exceptions.

Answer 1

Section 1. Uniform procedure. – The procedure in the Municipal Trial Courts shall be the same as in
the Regional Trial Courts, except (a) where a particular provision expressly or impliedly applies only to
either of said courts, or (b) in civil cases governed by the Rule on Summary Procedure.