In case of failure by the Cashier/Treasurer/Disbursing Officer to comply with the COE, the Auditor shall notify the agency head concerned of the non-compliance. At the same time, the Auditor shall report the matter through the COA Director concerned, to the General Counsel who shall take any or all of the following actions:
- Recommend to the Commission Proper to cite defaulting party in contempt;
- Refer the matter to the Solicitor General for the filing of appropriate civil suit;
- Refer the case to the Ombudsman for the filing of appropriate administrative or criminal action.