Purpose and Objective
- Aimed at eliminating sources of military uniforms and items sold or possessed by unauthorized entities.
- Intended to prevent criminal acts related to usurpation of authority, improper use of military ranks, titles, names, and insignias.
- Targets crimes defined under Articles 177 to 179 of the Revised Penal Code.
Scope and Coverage
- Applies to all military uniforms and items found in surplus stores or any unauthorized dealers.
- Encompasses uniforms and articles that could be misused in criminal activity.
Directives on Seizure and Custody
- Orders seizure, confiscation, and custody-taking of unauthorized military items.
- Directed to be enforced wherever such unauthorized items are found.
Detention of Unauthorized Persons
- Unauthorized persons selling, buying, or possessing military uniforms/items after a 60-day compliance period will be detained.
- Detention to continue until ordering authority (President or Secretary of National Defense) directs otherwise.
Implementation Standards
- Emphasizes avoidance of injury to individuals and destruction of property during enforcement.
Rule-Making Authority
- The Secretary of National Defense is tasked with issuing rules and regulations to effectively implement the instruction.
Date and Place of Issuance
- Issued on May 22, 1974, in the City of Manila.
- Signed by President Ferdinand E. Marcos.