What criminal penalty may be imposed under Section 11 of RA 6713 for serious violations of ethics rules?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. imprisonment not exceeding five years, or a fine not exceeding five thousand pesos, or both
- Step 1: Section 11(a) specifies criminal penalty of imprisonment not exceeding five (5) years, or a fine not exceeding five thousand pesos (₱5,000), or both, and disqualification from holding public office. Answer: imprisonment not exceeding five years, or a fine not exceeding five thousand pesos, or both. Why not the others: Hard labor and exile do not exist under Philippine penal law.
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