IAINBUSBY is correct and i'm impressed with his knowledge in Philippine laws.
Petition for Presumptive Death is for the sole purpose of contracting the marriage. The petition is a summary proceeding as provided in the Civil Code. However, the decision is without prejudice to the effect of a reappearance of the absent spouse.
The case being a summary proceedings does not require the rigors of a trial, just like annulment of marriage.
