A bill with stiffer penalties for game-fixing, point-shaving, and other similar activities in sporting events, professional or amateur, was approved by the House of Representatives on the third reading on Monday. | GabrielLaluINQ
Game machinations refer to other fraudulent, deceitful, unfair, or dishonest means to influence the result of any sporting event. It can be an act of abetting, aiding, or inducing any person to commit game-fixing for a profit.
Those found guilty of game-fixing may face a fine of three years and one day to six years of imprisonment, and a possible fine ranging from P1 million to P5 million, depending on the decision of the court. Life imprisonment awaits violators proven to be a part of a syndicate, aside from a fine of P10 million to P50 million. Similar penalties will be imposed if the offender is a public officer, whether elected or appointed.
“This proposed measure seeks to expand the elements constituting the crime of game-fixing, and prescribe stiffer penalties to arrest widespread illicit practice, and by so doing to promote the true spirit of sportsmanship.”
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