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Question 18
18. Gerardo, a public official, filed a certificate of candidacy for the position of
Representative of the lone legislative district of his province. Despite such filing,
Gerardo continued to occupy his public office since, according to his lawyer, he
can only be considered resigned from public office upon the commencement of
the campaign period for local officials. What is the effect of the filing of
certificate of candidacy by Gerardo? Explain.
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