Organization of Manila Metropolitan Police

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Organization of Manila Metropolitan Police

Law: Act No. 70

Decision Date: Jan 9, 1901

Act No. 70 establishes the Metropolitan Police Force of Manila, consisting of three companies, to enforce the law and maintain peace and order in the city and neighboring towns, with members selected from American Volunteer soldiery serving in the Philippines and receiving monthly salaries in US currency.

Law Summary

Supervision and Command

The Provost-Marshal-General is to carry out the organization under the supervision of the Military Governor.

Compensation Structure

The police force members shall receive monthly salaries, paid in United States currency, as follows:
- Captains: $150
- First Lieutenants: $125
- Second Lieutenants: $115
- Sergeants: $90
- Corporals: $75
- Privates: $65

Scope of Authority and Deployment

The Metropolitan Police Force's role extends beyond ordinary policing duties within Manila and its vicinity.
The police force may lawfully be deployed to perform duties in any part of the Philippine Islands, providing flexibility in their operational jurisdiction.

Effective Date

The Act took effect immediately upon its passage on January 9, 1901.

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