Discharge of Accused as State Witness

The conditions for the discharge of an accused as a state witness are as follows:

1. There is absolute necessity for the testimony of the accused whose discharge is requested;
2. There is no other direct evidence available for the proper prosecution of the offense committed, except the testimony of said accused;
3. The testimony of said accused can be substantially corroborated in its material points;
4. Said accused does not appear to be the most guilty; and
5. Said accused has not at any time been convicted of any offense involving moral turpitude. (People v. Estacio, G.R. No. 171655, July 22, 2009)