THE Commission on Elections (Comelec) has issued show cause orders to six senatorial candidates and 34 party-list groups for allegedly posting illegal campaign materials.
Comelec spokesperson Atty. John Rex Laudiangco said the commission is awaiting responses from the 40 candidates, who must prove why they should not be charged with criminal offenses or violations of the Fair Elections Act.
Laudiangco added that some candidates have already submitted their responses, which are currently being reviewed by the Comelec.
Those found guilty of violating the Fair Elections Act face penalties of one to six years imprisonment, disenfranchisement (loss of voting rights), perpetual disqualification from holding public office, and a disqualification case.
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