MEMORANDUM ORDER NO. 76

Title: MEMORANDUM ORDER NO. 76

Date: Dec 15, 2014

President Aquino concurs with the Commission on Elections' resolution to deputize the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine National Police, and other law enforcement agencies to ensure the free, orderly, honest, peaceful, and credible conduct of the Special Sangguniang Kabataan Elections on February 21, 2015.

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1. Purpose of the Memorandum Order

Explanation: This Memorandum Order formalizes the concurrence of the President of the Philippines in the deputation of law enforcement agencies to ensure the integrity of the upcoming Special Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Elections.
Key Definitions:
- Deputation: The act of empowering law enforcement agencies to assist in election activities.
- Sangguniang Kabataan (SK): A local youth council in the Philippines.

2. Legal Authority

Explanation: The Memorandum Order is issued under the authority granted by the 1987 Constitution and relevant laws.
Cross-References:
- Section 2(4), Article IX-C of the 1987 Constitution: Empowers the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) to deputize law enforcement for electoral purposes.
- Republic Act No. 10632: Legislation that postponed the SK Elections from the original date.

3. Context and Background

Explanation: The Special SK Elections, originally scheduled for October 28, 2013, were postponed until a new date was determined by COMELEC.
Important Dates:
- The new date for the Special SK Elections is set for February 21, 2015.
- Resolution No. 9905 (s. 2014): COMELEC's resolution that set the election date and requested the President's concurrence for the deputation.

4. Responsibilities of Law Enforcement Agencies

Explanation: The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Philippine National Police (PNP), and other law enforcement agencies are tasked with assisting COMELEC in the conduct of elections.
Cooperation Requirement:
- Agencies must coordinate and cooperate with COMELEC to fulfill their electoral responsibilities.

5. Implementation and Effectivity

Explanation: The Memorandum Order is effective immediately upon issuance.
Key Details:
- Date of issuance: December 15, 2014.
- Directives are to be executed without delay.

Key Takeaways

The Memorandum Order serves to ensure a free, orderly, honest, peaceful, and credible electoral process for the Special SK Elections on February 21, 2015.
It formalizes the role of law enforcement agencies, including the AFP and PNP, under the authority of the President and the provisions of the 1987 Constitution.
Immediate implementation is mandated, emphasizing the urgency of preparation for the upcoming elections.

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