The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) 11 warned all political candidates that they face punishment if their posters are seen nailed on trees.
Speaking to reporters in yesterday’s AFP-PNP Press Corps forum, DENR 11 community environment and natural resources officer Bernardo Juson said Republic Act No. 3571 prohibits the cutting, destroying, or injuring of planted or growing trees, flowering plants and shrubs or plants of scenic value along public roads, in plazas, parks, school premises or in any public ground.
“The politicians have already received notices that posting of campaign posters in the trees is really prohibited especially if they nail it,” he said.
“Kung may may mga violations, may mga charges na ipapataw lalo na sa mga politiko (If there are violations, charges will be filed especially on politicians),” he added.
Juson said while he cannot blame politicians if their supporters do not follow the law, they will be still liable for their act.
He said one candidate is already being charged for the violation. He did not divulge the candidate’s identity, however.
Juson said during the campaign period, the DENR 11 will strictly implement the prohibition and will immediately remove all posters from trees.
He said he is worried for the DENR personnel who will remove the posters because the candidates’ supporters might accuse them of siding with opponents.
He said his department will request police assistance to secure its personnel. Armando B. Fenequito Jr.
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