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Question 9
9. Fidel, a government official, was charged with and convicted of three
separate crimes: (1) receiving a gift in connection with government
contracts where he intervened in his official capacity under Section 3(b)
of Republic Act No. 3019 or the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act; (2)
acceptance of gift in connection with transactions affected by the
functions of his office under Section 7(d) of Republic Act No. 6713 or
the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and
Employees; and (3) direct bribery under Article 210 of the Revised Penal
Code. On appeal, Fidel invoked a violation of his right against double
jeopardy when the trial court convicted him of three separate crimes. Is
Fidel’s contention that his right against double jeopardy was violated
correct? Explain.
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