Customs employee faces admin complaint after failing to file 2005 SALN

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The Department of Finance’s (DOF) anti-corruption arm has filed an administrative complaint against a Bureau of Customs (BOC) employee after he failed to file his sworn Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN) for 2005.

DOF said the Civil Service Commission (CSC) National Capital Region confirmed that the required SALN was not in their records. CSC found the concerned BOC employee violated the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees.

“Failure to file a SALN cannot be taken lightly. This requirement exists to safeguard against corruption and the unlawful acquisition of wealth. DOF-RIPS will remain steadfast in pursuing administrative cases that help protect the integrity of government and uphold public trust,” said DOF Undersecretary Rolando Ligon Jr. in a statement.

Citing the Office of the Ombudsman, the CSC NCR noted that mandatory SALN filing protects against illegal wealth and corruption while reinforcing honesty in government service.

The CSC NCR imposed a suspension of three months and one day, which is the prescribed penalty for a first offense under Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees, the DOF said. —Vince Angelo Ferreras/RF, GMA News