Police Force Salary Scale Act

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Republic Act No. 160: Police Force Salary Scale Act

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Title Supreme Court: Police Force Salary Scale Act

Law: Republic Act No. 160

Decision Date: Jun 20, 1947

Republic Act No. 160 establishes a scale of salaries for members of the municipal police force based on the classification of the municipality, with limitations set forth by the municipal council.

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Salary Limits Established by Municipal Classification

The law sets maximum annual salary limits for police ranks, differentiated by municipality class:
- First Class Municipalities:
  - Chief of Police: 2,000 pesos
  - Lieutenant of Police: 1,800 pesos
  - Sergeant: 1,200 pesos
  - Corporal: 960 pesos
  - Other Police Members: 840 pesos
- Second Class Municipalities:
  - Chief of Police: 1,680 pesos
  - Sergeant: 1,200 pesos
  - Corporal: 960 pesos
  - Other Police Members: 840 pesos
- Third Class Municipalities:
  - Chief of Police: 1,260 pesos
  - Corporal: 960 pesos
  - Other Police Members: 840 pesos
- Fourth Class Municipalities:
  - Chief of Police: 960 pesos
  - Other Police Members: 600 pesos
- Fifth Class Municipalities:
  - Chief of Police: 600 pesos
  - Other Police Members: 480 pesos

Scope and Applicability

The salary caps apply to all members of the municipal police force unless there is a special provision to the contrary.
The distinctions in salary scales are based on the municipality’s classification (1st through 5th class).

Effective Date

The Act takes effect immediately upon approval, ensuring no delay in implementation post-legislation.

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