Title
Amendments to Board of Pardons and Parole EO
Law
Executive Order No. 868
Decision Date
Mar 8, 2010
Executive Order No. 868 amends the composition of the Board of Pardons and Parole in the Philippines to address the increase in inmates and cases, ensuring efficiency and continuity of workflow.
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Compensation of the Chairman and Members

  • The Chairman receives honoraria equivalent to salaries of an Undersecretary (Salary Grade 30).
  • Each member receives honoraria equivalent to salaries of an Assistant Secretary (Salary Grade 29).
  • Compensation follows existing laws, rules, and regulations.

Funding Source for Organizational Changes

  • Financial resources needed for organizational and staffing changes due to this reorganization come from the Department of Justice's available funds.

Repealing Clause

  • All previous executive orders, instructions, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this order are repealed or modified to conform with it.

Effectivity

  • The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon promulgation.

Legal and Administrative Context

  • Recognizes the need to strengthen the Board amid increasing inmate populations and case reviews.
  • Ensures continuity of workflow despite leadership changes.
  • References Presidential Decree No. 1416, P.D. No. 1772, and the Administrative Code of 1987 granting the President authority to promote administrative efficiency.
  • Established under the powers vested in the President by law.

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