Practice question
A Code violation is also punishable by a heavier penalty under another law. The accused claims RA 6713 necessarily caps every possible prosecution at its own penalty. Which is correct?
- The Code always repeals every heavier penalty
- Every criminal prosecution is automatically barred
- The complainant chooses a penalty without law
- Only a private settlement determines liability
- Section 11 directs prosecution under the other law carrying the heavier penalty
Legal references
- RA 6713, Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1989/ra_6713_1989.html; Sections 11-13.
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