Question & AnswerQ&A (NPC POLICE DISCIPLINARY SYSTEM UNDER R.A. NO. 6975)
The NPC Police Disciplinary System is governed by Republic Act No. 6975, enacted on August 6, 1992.
The Implementing Rules and Regulations were adopted on August 6, 1992.
The principal officials are Rafael M. Alunan III (Secretary, DILG and Commissioner), Federico S. Comandante (Chairman, NAPOLCOM), Rene R. Cruz (Vice-Chairman & Executive Officer Commissioner), Edgar Dula Torres (Commissioner), Guillermo P. Enriquez Jr. (Commissioner), and Reynaldo J. D. Cuaderno (Deputy Executive Director IV).
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) are involved in the NPC Police Disciplinary System.
The primary purpose is to establish a systematic procedure for disciplining national police personnel to maintain discipline and uphold the law.
NAPOLCOM acts as the central policy-making, planning, and coordinating body for the National Police, as well as overseeing the implementation of disciplinary actions.
Yes, the Implementing Rules and Regulations provide specific procedures for handling police disciplinary cases including investigation, hearing, and penalties.
Penalties include administrative sanctions such as suspension, demotion, dismissal, or other penalties as defined by law and the implementing rules.
Disciplinary action may be initiated by authorized officials within NAPOLCOM, DILG, or other designated bodies as per the IRR under RA No. 6975.
The signatures indicate approval and official adoption of the IRR by the designated authorities, ensuring legal validity and enforceability.