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Comelec Warns Candidates Remove Illegal Poll Materials by Friday or Face Consequences

As the campaign period intensifies, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has issued a stern warning to senatorial candidates and party-list groups dismantle all illegal campaign materials by Friday or risk disqualification. Comelec Chairman George Erwin Garcia emphasized that failure to comply with the directive may result in election offense charges, which can lead to disqualification.

The Comelec's Deadline for Compliance

In a move to ensure a clean and fair election, the Comelec has sent out notices to candidates who were issued reminders to dismantle their illegal campaign materials. The deadline is Friday, and those who fail to comply will face consequences. Garcia warned that those who ignore the directive should be prepared to face the consequences, including show cause orders.

What Constitutes Illegal Campaign Materials?

The Comelec has clarified that all illegal posters and election propaganda, regardless of who put them up, must be removed by the concerned candidates. This includes materials posted outside of the designated common poster area identified by the Comelec. Additionally, campaign materials that exceed the maximum size of 2x3 feet are also considered illegal and punishable by disqualification.

Monitoring Efforts

A monitoring team is documenting all prohibited materials posted on lamp posts, trees, sidewalks, and hanging wires, among others. This includes taking pictures of unauthorized posters and a newspaper for the day to prove the date it was taken. The Comelec will use this documentation to file charges against those who fail to comply with the directive.

Local Candidates Similar Rules Apply

When local candidates begin their 45-day campaign period on March 13, they can expect similar rules to apply. Candidates under a political party as well as political parties are allowed to spend P3 per registered voter within the city, municipality or province where one is running.

National Candidates' Spending Limits

For national candidates, the spending limit is P3 for each of the 72 million registered voters. Additionally, national candidates are allowed 120 minutes per television station of origin and 180 minutes per radio station of origin. Local candidates have a different allowance, with 60 minutes exposure in television and 90 minutes in radio.

Conclusion

As the election period unfolds, it is essential for candidates to comply with the Comelec's directives and ensure that their campaign materials are legal and within the allowed limits. Failure to do so may result in disqualification, which can have severe consequences. The Comelec's efforts aim to guarantee a fair and clean election, and it is crucial that all stakeholders respect these rules.

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