Rufa Mae Quinto Faces Legal Challenge
Rufa Mae Quinto is facing legal challenges
By:Ulysses C. Ybiernas | December 3, 2024
Rufa Mae Quinto's Lawyer Confirms Warrant of Arrest, Claims Actress is a Victim
Actress Rufa Mae Quinto is facing legal challenges as her lawyer, Atty. Mary Louise Reyes, confirmed the existence of a standing warrant of arrest against her.
In a statement reported on 24 Oras, Atty. Reyes clarified that Quinto is facing allegations tied to Dermacare, a company previously involved in a similar case against actress-entrepreneur Neri Naig.
The charges involve 14 counts of violating Section 8 of the Securities Regulation Code, which prohibits the sale of securities, including investments and shares, in the Philippines without prior registration and approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Despite the allegations, Reyes emphasized that Quinto is not charged with large-scale estafa, a point she hopes will help set the record straight.
"My client is deeply concerned, especially since the allegations are not true. She is merely a brand ambassador and a model-endorser. She had no involvement in the company’s financial transactions," Reyes said. "In fact, she never received payments like down payments, and the issued checks all bounced. We have all the evidence to present in court."
The lawyer revealed that Quinto is prepared to cooperate with legal proceedings, adding, "She will voluntarily surrender and post bail. We are confident in proving her innocence."
Reyes also mentioned that Quinto is deliberating whether to file a counter-case against those responsible for the allegations.
The SEC had previously issued an advisory in September 2023 against Dermacare-Beyond Skin Care Solutions. The commission flagged the company for operating without the necessary registration or license to solicit investments.
The advisory warned that individuals affiliated with Dermacare, including sales agents, brokers, promoters, influencers, and endorsers, could face legal consequences for their involvement.
As this case unfolds, Quinto’s camp maintains that the actress is a victim of circumstances beyond her control and seeks to clear her name in court.
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