SC Upholds Graft Conviction of Ex-Lazi Mayor, 4 Others
The Philippine Supreme Court upheld the graft conviction of a former mayor of Lazi town in Siquijor province and four former town officials over the irregular procurement of fertilizers in 2004. They face up to 10 years in prison and perpetual disqualification from public office.
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