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Leviste not yet considered fugitive from justice—DOJ

The Philippine Department of Justice stated that Batangas Representative Leandro Leviste is not yet considered a fugitive from justice. An arrest warrant was issued for violating the Public Service Act, but the DOJ explained that legal procedures are required to declare him a fugitive.

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