From 12 midnight
of May 9 until the midnight of May 13.
These are the
official dates and times for the implementation of Liquor Ban on the coming
2013 midterm elections, said Malay COMELEC Officer Elma Cahilig.
Based on the Omnibus
Election Code, the COMELEC will strictly carry out the ban against selling, purchase,
giving and or offering any kind of alcoholic drinks during the period.
In an interview
with Cahilig, she said whoever will be caught violating the code will be facing
an Election Offense, which according to law can lead to imprisonment of one to
six years, disqualification from public office, and revocation of the right to
vote.
However, Cahilig
clarified that there is an exemption to some establishments that are certified
by the Department of Tourism.
Meanwhile,
according to DOT Officer Tim Ticar, they are continously accepting applications
from establishments for inspection and for them to be granted a certification.
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