Question & AnswerQ&A (NAPOLCOM MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 2011-002)
The purpose is to approve the guidelines and procedures for the correction of entry and changing of birth records of Philippine National Police (PNP) personnel as provided under NHQ-PNP Memorandum Circular No. 2010-019.
The majority of correction requests pertain to changes or correction of birth dates in the personnel records of the PNP.
These guidelines and procedures are provided under NHQ-PNP Memorandum Circular No. 2010-019.
To prevent fraudulent, irregular, or unofficial amendments that could shorten or prolong tenure, evade suits, or affect length of service and retirement benefits.
The constitutional mandate to administer and control the Philippine National Police.
It formally implements the established policies and procedures governing correction of birth records of PNP personnel and ensures a system of checks and balances in records management.
They take effect upon filing a copy of the memorandum circular at the University of the Philippines Law Center.
Sections 3 and 4, Chapter 2, Book VII of The Revised Administrative Code of 1987 and Executive Order No. 292.
The Records Management Division (RMD), Directorate for Personnel and Records Management (DPRM).
They aim to prevent fraudulent lengthening or shortening of service, evasion of legal suits, and unauthorized changes impacting promotion or retirement benefits.
The memorandum was approved and signed by Commissioner Chairman Jesse M. Robredo, Vice-Chairman and Executive Officer Commissioner Eduardo U. Escueta, and other commissioners listed.
It covers the policies and procedures for correction or alteration of entries in official personnel records of PNP personnel, particularly regarding birth dates and other personal information.