Question & AnswerQ&A (NPC MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 2009-004)
The purpose is to provide guidelines and procedures on the detail of PNP uniformed personnel as protective security and related personnel actions.
VIPs include government officials, foreign dignitaries, and private individuals authorized to be given protective security.
Protective Security refers to the state or quality of being secured or freed from danger and uncertainty, including means or devices designed to guard persons and property against various security hazards.
They must not have pending criminal or administrative cases, must be graduates of a regular VIP Security and Protection Course, possess permanent appointment status, observe proper decorum, wear prescribed attire, and report for accounting and inspection every 15 days.
No, personnel from the SAF and Regional/Provincial Mobile Groups are prohibited from being detailed as protective security.
The maximum period is six months for most cases, with a possible six-month extension upon confirmation of imminent danger. Protective security exceeding six months requires approval by the Chairman of NAPOLCOM.
The Chief of the PNP can approve details up to six months, whereas the Chairman of NAPOLCOM approves extensions beyond six months. Regional Directors and PSPG Directors have limited authority for emergency and short-term details.
A written request stating the existence of threats is submitted to the Chief, PNP through the Director of PSPG, along with supporting documents such as appointment, course certification, clearances, and threat assessment reports.
No, the duties of protective security personnel are strictly confined to protective functions and do not include serving as security guards for establishments, family drivers, errand persons, or instruments to harass others.
PNP personnel knowingly violating the Circular may face administrative charges; VIPs violating provisions may have their protective security revoked and future requests denied.