The House of Representatives on Wednesday approved on second reading a bill providing at least three years' prison time or a P1-million fine for individuals convicted of game-fixing.
The House of Representatives on Wednesday approved on second reading a bill providing at least three years' prison time or a P1-million fine for individuals convicted of game-fixing.
The measure also defines game-fixing as an act committed by a syndicate when three or more persons conspire or confederate with one another. “Towards this end, the state hereby declares game-fixing, point-shaving and game machinations in any sports competition unlawful, and imposes severe penalties on these acts to discourage the commission thereof and to promote the values of excellence, fair play and integrity in Philippine sports,” it added.
A penalty of life imprisonment or a fine of P10 million to P50 million, however, will be slapped on members of syndicates involved in game fixing.
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