Legal Basis and Constitutional Mandate
- Cites Section 12, Article XV of the Philippine Constitution, mandating the establishment and maintenance of an Integrated National Police (INP).
- Provides that the INP's organization, administration, and operations are to be governed by law.
Reference to Relevant Presidential Decrees
- Presidential Decree No. 765 (August 8, 1975): Provides for the constitution of the Integrated National Police.
- Presidential Decree No. 632 (January 6, 1975): Provides for the budgetary administration of the Integrated National Police.
Scope of Distribution and Compliance
- Letter to be transmitted to all Provincial Governors, City Mayors, Municipal Mayors, Provincial/City/Municipal Boards and Councils, Provincial/City/Municipal Treasurers, and other concerned officials.
- Emphasizes immediate and strict compliance to ensure proper execution of the INP's constitution and funding.
Authority and Signature
- Issued and signed by the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand E. Marcos, affirming the official directive and its binding nature on the addressees.