SOURCES OF CRIMINAL PROSECUTION

> Judicial setup in the Philippines is accusatorial in nature
> Characterized by being public  
 

MIXED SYSTEM

> Combination of the inquisitorial and accusatorial systems

CRIMINAL LAW

Essentially substantive—defines  crimes,  treats  of  their  nature,  and  provides for their punishment

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE

Remedial or procedural—method by which  a  person  accused  of  a  crime is arrested, tried and punished

What acts are punishable
How the act is punished