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Practice question: Powers and Duties of Public Officers

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Practice question

An officer knowingly purchases lavish, useless office equipment with public money because it enhances his image. Explain the relevant public-duty norm without deciding a separate criminal charge.

Legal references

  • Republic Act No. 6713: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1989/ra_6713_1989.html Sections 4(A)(a), (b), (e), (h), and 5(b)–(e).

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