Title
Amendment on Fidelity Bonding of Officials
Law
Bot Order No. 1-99
Decision Date
Nov 16, 2000
The amendment updates the bonding regulations for government officials and employees, allowing a single bond for those with both money and property accountability, capping the bond amount at P5 million, and stipulating a premium of 1.5% with annual renewal requirements.

Law Summary

Fidelity Bond Premium Rates

  • The premium rate for a fidelity bond is set at one and one half percent (1.5%) of the bond amount.
  • The minimum premium payable shall not be less than P150.00.

Duration and Renewal of Fidelity Bonds

  • Approved fidelity bonds have a validity period of one year.
  • Renewal is the responsibility of the agency employing the official or employee.
  • To renew bonds, the agency must submit the following to the Bureau of Treasury:
    • A list of officials and employees whose bonds are subject to renewal.
    • A copy of the latest Bureau of Treasury transmittal letter approving the original or renewed bond application.
    • The latest copy of the Statement of Assets and Liabilities of the applicant.
    • An agency certification confirming that the applicant has no pending administrative or criminal case.
  • Failure to renew an expired bond results in automatic cancellation.

Effective Date

  • The amendments specified in the order took effect on January 1, 1999.

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