A.M. No. P-11-2989 (Formerly OCA IPI No. 09-3249-P) - WYNA MARIE P. GARINGAN­-FERRERAS, COMPLAINANT, VS. EDUARDO T. UMBLAS, LEGAL RESEARCHER II, REGIONAL TRIAL COURT, BRANCH 33, BALLESTEROS, CAGAYAN.

Ruling

accordingly meted the penalty of dismissal from service with forfeiture of all benefits, except accrued leave credits, with prejudice to re-employment in any branch or instrumentality of the government, including government-owned or controlled corporations. Thus, considering his earlier dismissal from service and its accessory penalties, the penalty applicable in this case, which is also dismissal, is no longer relevant or feasible. In lieu thereof, we find it proper to impose a fine of P40,000.00 to be deducted from his accrued leave credits. [21] WHEREFORE , respondent EDUARDO T. UMBLAS is found GUILTY of falsification of public document and dishonesty. In lieu of dismissal, he is hereby ORDERED to pay a fine of P40,000.00 to be deducted from his accrued leave credits. In case his leave credits be found insufficient, respondent is directed to pay the balance within ten (10) days from receipt of this Decision. The Office of the Court Administrator is enjoined to file the appropriate criminal charge against respondent. SO ORDERED.