Question & AnswerQ&A (NPC)
The IRR is promulgated to implement the provisions of Executive Order No. 297, which regulates the manufacture, sale, distribution, and use of PNP uniforms, insignias, and other accoutrements.
Person refers to any individual, store, establishment or plant, office and/or entity engaged in the manufacture, sale, and distribution of PNP uniforms, insignias, and other accoutrements.
Insignia means distinguishing marks of authority, office, or honor; badges; emblems; or typical characteristic marks or signs by which anything is distinguished.
Accoutrements mean dress, trappings, equipment, and details of personal outfit of uniformed PNP personnel such as belts, sword hangers, and other objects other than clothes and weapons.
Penalties include immediate closure of the establishment, cancellation of business license or permit, condemnation, seizure and forfeiture of paraphernalia used, imposition of reasonable administrative fines, and possible filing of administrative, civil, and/or criminal actions after due notice and hearing.
Due notice and hearing must be conducted, providing the person an opportunity to present evidence (notice and hearing is an essence of due process).
The president, manager, or any officer of the establishment who knew or should have known about the unauthorized activities can also be held liable.
No, the use by persons who are not uniformed PNP personnel is prohibited and punishable by public censure and possible administrative, civil, and/or criminal actions.
Yes. Usage in play-houses, theaters, or films to represent a police character not bringing discredit to the PNP is allowed but subject to supervision and regulation by the Chief, PNP.
They must secure accreditation and clearance, allow the Chief PNP or authorized representatives to exercise visitorial powers, and ensure products meet the design and specifications approved by the PNP Uniform and Equipment Standardization Board (UESB).
The Board may recommend the immediate closure and cancellation of the business license after due notice and hearing.
They have visitorial power to conduct inspections during business hours with written authority to ensure compliance with approved designs and specifications.
They shall be held in restraint until evidence is presented; if no satisfactory evidence is established, the Board shall recommend condemnation, seizure, and forfeiture.
Upon publication in three newspapers of general circulation and registration with the Office of the National Administrative Register at the UP Law Center.