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The case involved 7 defendants charged with malversation of public funds under Act No. 1740. Rufino Ponte was the municipal treasurer accused of misappropriating public funds. The other defendants, who were municipal policemen, allegedly aided Ponte by removing the safe containing the funds. Some defendants argued they should not be charged as principals. The Supreme Court disagreed, ruling that under Act No. 1740, those who directly aid in the commission of malversation can be considered principals, even i

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Dinn Glea Marie Caday

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