Disqualifying effect of conviction for illegal practice

Every person who is convicted of any illegal practice shall, in addition to any other punishment, be incapable during a period of six years from date of conviction (a) of being registered as an elector or voting at any election of member of the House of Representatives or of any City Council or Town Council; (b) of being a member of the National Assembly or of any City Council or Town Council or if elected or appointed before his conviction, of retaining his seat as such member: Provided that in the event of any appeal the incapacity shall continue until the appeal is determined and thereafter, unless the conviction is quashed, remain in force for a period of six years from the date of conviction. Belize City Council 97