Law Summary
Amendment of PAOCC Leadership
- Secretary of the Interior and Local Government designated as Vice-Chairman of the PAOCC.
- National Security Adviser remains a Member of the PAOCC.
Powers and Functions of NACTAF
- Direct operations, arrest, and investigation of crime suspects respecting constitutional rights.
- Conduct intelligence and counter-intelligence operations.
- Refer cases to the Department of Justice and other investigative bodies.
- Monitor and follow up on ongoing investigations and prosecutions.
- Initiate forfeiture and seizure proceedings involving crime proceeds.
- Select personnel for detailing to NACTAF in coordination with other agencies.
- Call upon any government department or agency to support anti-crime efforts.
- Grant monetary rewards/incentives to informants within legal parameters.
- Coordinate with the Witness Protection Program for qualifying witnesses.
- Develop public awareness and information campaigns in partnership with local governments and civic groups.
- Recommend policies or legislation to expedite arrest and prosecution.
- Maintain research and databases on heinous crimes and offenders.
- Establish mechanisms for cooperation with international law enforcement consistent with law.
- Perform other functions as assigned by the President.
Crimes Covered by NACTAF
- Authorized to take cognizance of heinous crimes as defined in RA 7659 (Heinous Crime Law) and its amendments.
- May handle other crimes as directed by the President.
Rationalization of Anti-Crime Bodies
- NACTAF shall assess existing anti-crime bodies formed by executive issuances.
- Recommend retention, abolition, or reconstitution of these bodies to ensure resource rationalization and strategy harmonization.
Coordination with Philippine National Police (PNP) and Law Enforcement
- Does not diminish PNP’s role as primary law enforcement agency (per RA 6975 and RA 8551).
- Close cooperation and coordination mandated between NACTAF Chairman, PNP Chief, and other agency heads to ensure synergy.
Reporting Requirements
- NACTAF shall submit quarterly reports to the President with copies furnished to PAOCC.
- Reports must include activities and appropriate recommendations.
Funding and Budgeting
- NACTAF’s operational budget sourced from PAOCC funds and other available sources.
- Future budgets to be incorporated into PAOCC’s proposal under the Office of the President.
Implementation and Guidelines
- NACTAF to adopt necessary operating guidelines for effective implementation of the Executive Order.
Repealing Clause
- All inconsistent rules, regulations, or issuances are repealed or modified accordingly.
Effectivity
- The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon signing.