QuestionsQuestions (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 264)
It outlines the procedure by which complaints charging government officials and employees with irregularities should be presented and prosecuted, emphasizing proper form, clarity of charges, correct filing office, and prompt disposition.
The complaint must be in writing, subscribed and sworn to by the complainant, and it must describe the acts or conduct complained of with sufficient detail and particularity (not generalizations).
To prevent delays and ensure the charges are clear enough so the respondent can defend themselves and the proper authority can act effectively.
The complaint may be delayed, disallowed, or otherwise not acted upon properly due to failure to clearly indicate the charges and to file with the proper office or authority.
With the Office of the President or with the Department Head having direct supervision or control over the official involved.
With the proper department or agency head.
With the Office of the President.
With the provincial governor or the board secretary in the case of municipal officials.
With the municipal or city mayor or secretary in the case of barrio officials.
With the corresponding local board of investigators headed by the city or municipal treasurer, except if the police officials are appointed by the President.
Those appointed by the President should be filed with the Office of the President.
No. EO 264 expressly states it does not curtail the constitutional guarantee of freedom of expression; it merely directs compliance with legal and regulatory procedure for complaints.
They must promptly act on and dispose of complaints in accordance with pertinent laws and regulations.
To remove or discipline erring officials or employees soonest and to exonerate or vindicate the innocent, and to allow other remedies (including court action) after administrative remedies are exhausted.
It states that other remedies, including court action, may be pursued forthwith by interested parties after administrative remedies shall have been exhausted.