Demurrer to evidence in criminal cases

By Persida Acosta

Sep 30, 2024 12:01 am

Dear PAO,

I filed a criminal case for estafa against a former handler of an 'investment scheme' who promised that my investment would generate certain earnings in a short period of time. However, after we presented our witnesses and evidence, I received an order from the court dismissing my case due to the demurrer to evidence filed by the opposing party. What is a motion to dismiss on demurrer to evidence? Would I still be able to re-file the case?

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