Former DOJ prosecutor convicted of bribery

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Former DOJ prosecutor convicted of bribery
Diosdado Solidum Jr was arrested in an entrapment operation in 2013, where he received money from PALEA's lawyer

MANILA, Philippines – Anti-graft court Sandiganbayan convicted former state prosecutor Diosdado Solidum Jr of direct bribery and ethical violation for demanding and receiving money from individuals with cases pending before his office.

The Sandiganbayan 1st Division found Solidum guilty of violations of Section 7(d) of Republic Act (RA) No. 6713 or the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees and Article 210 of the Revised Penal Code.

Solidum faces one year and 6 months in prison and perpetual disqualification from public office. He also has to pay a fine of P2.4 million.

Solidum was the assistant state prosecutor of the Department of Justice (DOJ) assigned to review a case filed by Philippine Airlines (PAL) against 241 members of the Philippine Airlines Employees Association (PALEA).

PALEA president Gerardo Rivera told the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) that Solidum asked for P10,000 from each respondent for a favorable ruling.

In 2013, the NBI conducted an entrapment operation in Quezon City where Solidum was caught accepting the marked money given to him by PALEA’s lawyer.

“The prosecution was able to prove beyond reasonable doubt… that the P1.2 million sought by the accused, which was negotiated from P2.5 million, was in consideration of a favorable decision,” the Sandiganbayan said. – Rappler.com

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