NBI files disbarment raps vs lawyers in alleged honeytrap plot vs. Recto

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Friday filed disbarment raps against several lawyers over their alleged involvement in the alleged plot against Executive Secretary Ralph Recto. According to the bureau, the complaint was filed with the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court previously stated that disciplinary proceedings against lawyers are confidential. It warned that unauthorized disclosure of disbarment proceedings may result in sanctions. Last week, the NBI filed a complaint against Batangas First District Representative Leandro Leviste and former Negros Oriental congressman Jacinto Paras. To recall, NBI agents rescued several individuals during an entrapment operation. Some of the victims later claimed that Paras allegedly told them they would be paid to create a story and sign an affidavit, and they would receive their payment in tranches as the case went on. Leviste's camp previously denied involvement in the supposed ploy, while Paras' camp said the alleged talent manager approached them voluntarily to testify and asked for help in drafting the affidavit. —AOL, GMA News