Bureau of Internal Revenue(BIR)

Hi, I would like seek clarity on the following items related to the 1995 Tax Evasion case against Ferdinand Marcos Jr. 1) Does the failure to file his ITR equate to failing to pay his taxes? 2) Does his conviction stand even if he was not disqualified from running for public office? 3) Can the BIR confirm that the document listing payments made is valid? Their camp made this available publicly so I assume not subject to privacy law. Even a yes or no would be enough. Should any one of the above be denied, I hope any valid question/s can still be addressed. Thank you.

Hi Ms. Du, Since the person involved is running for the highest position in the land, this will help me (and perhaps, other voters) make a facts-based decision at the polls and ultimately, put an end to possible mis/disinformation surrounding the case. Should specific details be of a private nature, a categorical “yes” or “no” on the authenticity of the said documents (made publicly through Mr. Marcos’ lawyer on December 21, 2021, dated December 9, 2021, issued in San Juan by RDO 42, and signed by Mr. Arsenio Tomeldan, Ms. Adelfa Mateo and Ms. Thelma Mangio) would suffice. Kindly just let me know if this is still not sufficient enough of a reason. Thank you.