QuestionsQuestions (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 463)
It aims to promote the professional advancement, growth, and competence of PNP licensed professionals, attune them with current developments, and allow limited engagement in private practice when appropriate—consistent with the best interest of the police service and without compromising official duties.
No. Private practice is generally discouraged, especially when service exigencies require full devotion. Limited private practice, if allowed, is a privilege rather than a right.
Licensed professionals in the PNP such as legal professionals (members of the Bar), doctors of medicine, dentists, criminologists, accountants, and engineers (and similar licensed professions) are covered.
Only when appropriate and seen fit by the immediate superior officer, subject to conditions such as no conflict with official functions, not compromising required attendance, and other eligibility requirements.
Among others: (1) the applicant is not holding a key position or responsibility position as specified by the PNP Circular on key positions; (2) the limited practice does not conflict with official functions or compromise attendance to command activities; (3) for lateral entry, at least 3 years of continuous satisfactory service must have been rendered; and (4) for members of the Philippine Bar, restrictions apply on case types and venues (civil cases and quasi-judicial agencies, with Government not a party).
An applicant holding a key position or a position of responsibility that can only be filled pursuant to PNP Circular No. 2000-008 is not eligible for limited private practice privilege under the circular.
Their application for limited private practice can only be entertained after rendering a continuous satisfactory service of three (3) years from the effective date of their appointment.
Their limited private practice is confined to civil cases only and to cases within the jurisdiction of quasi-judicial agencies (e.g., SEC, National Housing Land Use Regulatory Board, Bureau of Customs) provided the Government is not a party to the case.
Because the privilege must serve the best interest of the service, ensuring that the private practice does not impair performance, attendance to obligations, or overall unit/office effectiveness.
Yes. Being a mere privilege, the authority may be revoked anytime, with or without cause. It can also be cancelled if there is any indication that police service interests are neglected.
Yes. The authority to practice is not a bar to reassignment or additional duties required by the exigency of the service.
They must monitor whether the privilege remains consistent with the objective of the circular. If neglect of police service is indicated, they must ensure immediate cancellation of authority and appropriate disciplinary action for serious neglect of duty.
The professional must submit a written request to the immediate chief of office/unit commander. The request must state that private practice is pursued for professional advancement and that pecuniary gain is incidental, and it must be supported by the required documents.
For initial applications: (a) license from PRC or (for Bar members) certificate of admission as such, plus a copy of IBP receipt evidencing annual membership payment, and latest PTR; (b) statement of service; and (c) latest performance evaluation report (PER).
The applicant must attach a complete listing of the cases handled and their status, in addition to the other required documents.
No. If not meritorious, the request is denied with reasons, and no appeal or request for reconsideration shall be entertained.
The Chief, PNP is the approving authority for all requests favorably recommended by the RD/Director and concurred by TDPRM, TCDS, and TDCA. Unless sooner terminated, authority is valid for two (2) years from the date of approval.
In addition to cancellation of authority to practice, they may be administratively charged and sanctioned for serious neglect of duty after notice and hearing, based on evidence. If revoked for cause, they cannot be granted the same authority again.
They may be administratively prosecuted under the doctrine of command responsibility for failure to monitor the limited private practice of personnel under their jurisdiction.