Title
Supreme Court
PNP Vehicle Issuance and Marking Guidelines
Law
Pnp Memorandum Circular No. 2009-003
Decision Date
Feb 24, 2009
The PNP Memorandum Circular No. 2009-003 establishes guidelines for the issuance, marking, and maintenance of mobility assets within the Philippine National Police, ensuring vehicles are used exclusively for official purposes and outlining responsibilities and penalties for negligence.

Q&A (PNP MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 2009-003)

The primary purpose is to prescribe guidelines and procedures for the issuance and markings of mobility assets (vehicles) in the Philippine National Police (PNP).

Issuance of vehicles will be based primarily on the approved Total Equipment Authorization (TEA) under NAPOLCOM Resolution 93-08.

Criteria include: a) unit has no issued vehicle; b) unit is under constant threat of enemy forces; c) unit is located in a remote area far from friendly forces; d) issued vehicle is five years old or more from the date of receipt.

The Chief of Unit or responsible officers found negligent or tolerating prohibited practices may be subject to disciplinary action under the doctrine of command responsibility.

No. PNP vehicles are exclusively for official use in the discharge of the PNP mandate and cannot be used for personal errands or by local executives or politicians.

They must report to the Mobility, Aviation, and Maritime Section for issuance of a Supply Directive, then proceed to Supply Accounting and Monitoring Division for documentation, and finally to Supply Storage and Distribution Division for vehicle release.

Yes, but only with the concurrence of the gaining and losing units and Local Government Unit, subject to approval by the Directorate of Logistics.

Violations are grounds for administrative action and may also lead to appropriate criminal charges if warranted.


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