Criminal raps filed vs Monterrazas developer

Criminal complaints have been filed against the developer of the Monterrazas residential project in Cebu City over alleged violations of forestry and environmental laws, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources said yesterday.

- By CHRISTINE BOTON

DENR Assistant Secretary for legal affairs and enforcement Norlito Eneran said the charges were filed on Dec. 3 for illegal possession of tools and equipment intended for use by forest officers.

The offense is punishable by imprisonment of two to four years, fines ranging from P1,000 to P10,000, confiscation of the items and possible cancellation or revocation of permits or licenses.

"We filed a criminal case for violation of Section 77 of Residential Decree 705 or the Revised Forestry Code against the corporation," Eneran said.