MANILA, Philippines – Prosecutor General Richard Anthony Fadullon has confirmed that four tax evasion cases were filed against Pacifico "Curlee" Discaya before the Court of Tax Appeals (CTA) after initial delays due to the filing of a motion for reconsideration. Fadullon said on Thursday that Discaya’s motion for reconsideration has also been dismissed, allowing the Department of Justice (DOJ) to file the four charges against Discaya for alleged tax evasion and failure to file tax returns and/or supply correct and accurate information in connection with taxes. On Feb. 6,2026, tax evasion charges were first filed against Discaya’s wife, Cezarah Rowena "Sara", after Curlee sought a motion for reconsideration. Curlee, who is currently under the custody of the Senate, is the sole proprietor of St. Gerard Construction. The Discaya couple is being linked to the anomalous flood control projects. The criminal information dated December 2025 was filed before the CTA on March 12. Defense lawyers filed their respective "entry of appearance," identifying themselves as counsels for Discaya on March 18. In November last year, the government said the Discaya's tax liability was estimated at around P7.18 billion and includes unpaid individual income taxes and documentary taxes on their supposed divestment from four construction firms. The charges carry a prison term of up to 10 years and a fine of up to P100,000 in case of conviction.