Approval and Implementation of 2008 Crime Prevention Plan

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MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 150: Approval and Implementation of 2008 Crime Prevention Plan

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Title Supreme Court: Approval and Implementation of 2008 Crime Prevention Plan

Law: Memorandum Circular No. 150

Decision Date: Mar 5, 2008

The Philippine government approves and implements the 2008 National Crime Prevention Plan (NCPP), requiring compliance from all relevant agencies, departments, and local government units, as well as encouraging partnership with non-governmental organizations, prioritizing limited resources, adhering to international standards, and setting an effective date for implementation.

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Formulation Process of the 2008 National Crime Prevention Plan (NCPP)

Interdisciplinary experts from the Technical Committee on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (TCCPDJ) of Napolcom convened on March 29-30, 2007, in Tagaytay City.
The committee formulated the annual national crime prevention plan for the calendar year 2008.

Scope and Strategic Objectives of the NCPP

The NCPP embodies the strategic objectives and action plans of the five pillars of the Criminal Justice System (CJS).
Implementation involves National Government Agencies (NGAs) and Local Government Units (LGUs).

Complementary Role of the 2008 NCPP

The plan aims to complement, support, and augment strategies and operations of other NGAs, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and LGUs.
Focus areas include prevention of crime, treatment of offenders, and administration of criminal justice.

Compliance with International Standards

The NCPP aligns with standards and norms established by the United Nations Council on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (UNCCPCJ).
This council is responsible for international cooperation in crime prevention and criminal justice.

Priority Considerations and Resource Limitations

The plan takes into account problems, issues, and priorities in program implementation.
It factors in the availability of limited resources across agencies and organizations concerned.

Presidential Approval and Directive

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo approved the 2008 NCPP formulated by Napolcom TCCPCJ and recommended by the DILG Secretary.
All concerned departments, agencies, and LGUs are directed to comply with and implement the NCPP in partnership with NGOs.

Effectivity

The Memorandum Circular takes effect on January 1, 2008.

Legal Formalities

The approval was effected by the President and Executive Secretary with official signatures, executed in Manila on March 5, 2008.

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