Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 100)
These functions were transferred to the Provost Marshal General of the Philippine Army.
The Chief of Staff of the Philippine Army previously had the functions of preserving peace and maintaining law and order.
The Military Police Command of the Philippine Army, along with its officers and enlisted men, was placed under the general supervision and control of the Secretary of the Interior.
Executive Order No. 51, dated June 7, 1945, was modified accordingly by Executive Order No. 100.
It signifies a shift from military to civilian supervisory control, highlighting the importance of civilian oversight in preserving peace and maintaining law and order.
It was signed on March 15, 1946.
Jose S. Reyes signed the order as the Secretary to the President.