What crime is committed by a public officer who disregards a lawful request for disqualification before the issue of jurisdiction is settled?
The crime committed is Disobeying request for disqualification, which occurs when a public officer has been lawfully required to refrain from continuing a proceeding (Article 242, Revised Penal Code). Despite this lawful requirement, the officer continues the proceeding before the question of jurisdiction has been formally decided. This act demonstrates a defiance of proper legal procedure and judicial restraint. The officer shall be punished by arresto mayor and a fine not exceeding One hundred thousand pesos only (P100,000).
30 October 2025
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