Liberia: Decide Orders Arrest of Bong County Rep. Marvin Cole for Persistent Non-Assist
Monrovia- Bong County District Number Three Representative Josiah Marvin Cole is on the heart of a authorized bombardment, after the Monrovia City Court issued a writ of arrest in opposition to him for an alleged crime of persistent non-support.
By Willie N. Tokpah
The case, filed by Clara Asibu on behalf of her minor daughter, Rebecca Cole, accuses the lawmaker of abandoning his parental obligations.
The writ costs that Representative Cole has failed to supply any type of help for his youngster for the reason that being pregnant, leaving each mom and youngster in determined want of meals, shelter, and clothes.
According to courtroom paperwork, the lawmaker has “failed, refused, and neglected to tender support to them for no justifiable reason.”
“You are hereby commanded to Arrest the living bodies of Marvin Cole DEFENDANT/S to be identified, and forthwith bring him before the Monrovia City Court, Temple of Justice Building, Montserrado County to answer to the CHARGE OF Persistent non-support-based upon the oath and complaint of the Republic of Liberia by and through Clara Asibu on behalf of her minor daughter Rebecca Cole PLAINTIFF in which it is substantially alleged, in violation of Section 16.5 of the NEW PENAL LAW OF LIBERIA,” reads the writ issued by the courtroom.
The complainant, Clara Asibu, emphasised her plight, accusing Cole of a “criminal, illegal, and unconstitutional” act.
She acknowledged that his persistent neglect has left her and her daughter destitute.
“CONTRARY TO THE FORM FORCE AND EFFECT TO THE STATUTORY LAWS OF LIBERIA IN SUCH CASES MADE AND PROVIDED AGAINST THE PEACE AND DIGNITY FOR THIS REPUBLIC. AND FOR SO DOING, THIS SHALL CONSTITUTE YOUR LEGAL AND SUFFICIENT AUTHORITY AND HAVE THIS WRIT,” the courtroom doc additional declared.
This scandal locations Representative Cole in a troublesome place, elevating severe questions concerning the moral requirements of public officers.
Known for his sturdy stance in legislative issues, Cole now faces a private subject which may undermine his credibility.
Representative newest troubles could weaken his affect and result in broader questions concerning the ethical health of Liberia’s legislators.
As the case progresses, Cole’s authorized and political future stays unsure because the query of whether or not he’ll face penalties for his alleged actions, or will change into one other chapter in Liberia’s historical past of impunity for highly effective people.
However, the Monrovia City Court has made it clear: that nobody is above the regulation.
As Representative Cole grapples with the fallout, the broader implications for Liberia’s governance and public belief hold within the stability.
