Law Summary
Oversight Functions of NAPOLCOM
- Reviews plans, programs, policies, and procedures related to the PNP.
- Manages control, acquisition, distribution, inventory, and disposal of supplies and equipment.
- Oversees transportation facilities and installations.
- Supervises procurement and maintenance of supplies and equipment.
- Provides staff and technical advice on logistical requirements, communications, information systems, and crime laboratory services.
Purpose of the Memorandum Circular
- To promote transparency and accountability within the PNP.
- Ensures that all Police Stations nationwide display a directory/list of all organic PNP personnel.
- Facilitates easy identification of police personnel by the general public.
Directive to the Chief, Philippine National Police
- The Chief of the PNP is instructed to require all Police Stations under its jurisdiction to:
- Post a directory of all organic PNP personnel at the entrance of every Police Station nationwide.
Implementation and Effectivity
- The Memorandum Circular shall take effect fifteen (15) days after filing with the U.P. Law Center.
- This procedure aligns with the provisions of the Administrative Code of 1987.
Signatories and Attestation
- Directed and signed by the Secretary of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and Chairman of NAPOLCOM.
- Endorsed and signed by the Commissioners of NAPOLCOM and the Chief of Secretariat.
Key Legal Concepts
- "Organic PNP personnel" refers to the official police staff assigned to each Police Station.
- Transparency and public accountability are the main principles guiding this directive.
- Compliance with administrative procedures for effectivity as per the Administrative Code of 1987.