Ace Barbers, a member of the House of Representatives, has voiced his support for the death penalty in cases of plunder and heinous crimes, including drug offenses. Barbers has indicated his openness to any mode of execution, such as the firing squad, should there be ample backing from the majority in Congress.
A new bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives proposing the use of the firing squad as a means of executing public officials found guilty of corruption-related crimes. The bill, officially named House Bill 11211 or the Death Penalty for Corruption Act, was put forth by Zamboanga Rep. Khymer Olaso.
This proposed legislation targets all public officials, whether elected or appointed, from various branches of government, encompassing military and police personnel, who are convicted of offenses like graft, malversation, and plunder. The death penalty will only be implemented once the Supreme Court upholds the conviction and all legal avenues are exhausted.
The primary goal of the bill is to serve as a powerful deterrent against corruption while ensuring that the rights of the accused are protected through established safeguards. The proposed law aims to set a strict precedent in the fight against corruption within the government.
In a related development, Surigao del Norte Rep. [Name] has expressed his stance on the bill, [quote goes here].
