Law Summary
Powers and Functions of the PAOCC
- Develop and implement an aggressive anti-crime, anti-graft, and anti-corruption action plan.
- Conduct intelligence and counter-intelligence operations targeting government officials, employees, and crime syndicates.
- Direct arrest, investigation, and speedy prosecution of organized crime groups and corrupt officials, respecting due process.
- Refer cases to DOJ or other law enforcement agencies for investigation/prosecution as necessary.
- Monitor progress of ongoing investigations and prosecutions.
- Recommend anti-crime laws and issuances.
- Recruit personnel from various government agencies for PAOCC assignments.
- Enlist assistance from all government entities, including GOCCs, for crime prevention and investigation.
- Grant monetary rewards to informants subject to laws.
- Coordinate with DOJ Witness Protection Program.
- Authorize access to government documents and facilities for investigations.
- Refer cases involving criminal proceeds for forfeiture and seizure proceedings.
- Hire resource persons and professionals as needed.
- Facilitate international cooperation with law enforcement.
- Perform other functions assigned by the President.
Offenses Under PAOCC Jurisdiction
- Crimes committed by organized crime/syndicate groups such as drug trafficking, human trafficking, carnapping, gunrunning, robbery, kidnapping for ransom, smuggling, and transnational crimes.
- Heinous crimes under RA 7659 (Heinous Crime Law).
- Crimes committed by members of the PNP or AFP.
- Crimes committed by government officials or employees, including those in government agencies and GOCCs.
- Other crimes as determined by the President.
- Defines organized/syndicated crime group as a collaboration of two or more persons in criminal activities.
Assistance from Government Agencies
- PAOCC and its Special Project Groups may call on any government agency or local government unit for assistance in fulfilling its mandate.
Budget and Funding
- Funding for PAOCC is drawn from its existing budget under the Office of the President, subject to compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Implementing Rules and Regulations
- The PAOCC Chairperson may issue necessary rules and regulations to implement this Executive Order.
Abolition of Presidential Task Force on Security of Energy Facilities
- The Presidential Task Force on Security of Energy Facilities and Enforcement of Energy Laws and Standards (PTF-SEFEELS) is abolished.
- Winding up of PTF-SEFEELS operations and disposition of assets to follow existing rules.
Protection of Mandates of Concerned Agencies
- The Executive Order does not diminish the mandates, functions, or responsibilities of other government agencies.
Repealing Clause
- Previous orders, circulars, rules, or issuances inconsistent with this Executive Order are repealed or modified accordingly.
Separability Clause
- If any part of this Executive Order is declared unconstitutional, the remaining provisions remain effective.
Effectivity
- The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon publication in a newspaper of general circulation.