MID ACTIVITY NO 1.

PNP, BFP & BJMP ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE, FUNCTIONS, AND

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)

GENERAL INSTRUCTION:

1) Conduct research on the following:

A) PNP
1. PNP Organizational Structure;
2. Function;
3. PNP SOP’s
B) BFP
1. BFP Organizational Structure;
2. Function;
3. BFP SOP’s
C) BJMP
1. BJMP Organizational Structure;
2. Function;
3. BJMP SOP’s

2) You are to observe the following: – see annex A (below)

Format
- Front Page
- Table of Content
- Research output
- references
- Bond paper size - A4
- Font Size -12
- Font – Arial
- Margins 1” top, bottom, left and right

3) If you have vacant time, let me check first prior to bookbinding to avoid future
trouble

4) Deadline: 1700H 04 March 2022

--------------------"Do your Best and God will reward your effort” --------------------
 COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE EDUCATION
Potia Campus, Alfonso Lista, Ifugao

ACTIVITY 01

PNP, BFP & BJMP ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE, FUNCTIONS, AND

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)

Submitted by:

DIETHER KANE M. SANTIAGO

Name of Student

S.Y. 2021-2022
 TABLE OF CONTENT

PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE

REPUBLIC ACT 6975

AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE UNDER A

REORGANIZED DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

REPUBLIC ACT 8551

AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE REFORM AND REORGANIZATION OF

THE PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES,
AMENDING CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF REPUBLIC ACT NUMBERED SIXTY-
NINE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-FIVE ENTITLED, "AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE
PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE UNDER A RE-ORGANIZED DEPARTMENT OF
THE INTERIOR AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES".
PNP FUNCTIONS

1. Law Enforcement.
2. Maintain peace and order.
3. Prevents and investigates crimes and bring offenders to justice.
4. Exercise the vested powers from the Philippine Constitution and pertinent
laws.
5. Detain an arrested person for a period not beyond what is prescribed by law.
6. Implements pertinent laws and regulations on firearms and explosives control.
7. Supervise and control the training and operations of security agencies.

PNP PHILOSOPHY

Service, Honor and Justice

PNP CORE VALUES

 Maka-Diyos  (Pro-God)
 Makabayan  (Pro-Country)
 Makatao  (Pro-People)
 Makakalikasan (Pro-Environment)

PNP VISION

Imploring the aid of the Almighty, by 2030, We shall be a highly capable, effective
and credible police service working in partnership with a responsive community
towards the attainment of a safer place to live, work and do business.

PNP MISSION

The PNP shall enforce the law, prevent and control crimes, maintain peace and
order, and ensure public safety and internal security with the active support of the
community.
 FUNCTIONS OF UNITS UNDER PNP

PNP HUMAN RIGHTS AFFAIRS OFFICE

Review, formulate, and recommend human rights policies &
programs including administrative & legal measures on human rights. Monitor
investigations and legal/judicial processes related to human rights violations.
Undertake information campaign on PNP human rights initiatives.

PNP PROGRAM MANAGEMENT OFFICE

According to NHQ PNP General Order Number DPL 05-12, the official
functions of PMO are:
1. To undertake overall planning and management of the PNP Integrated
Transformation Program.

2. To generate resources to support the PNP Integrated Transformation

Program.

3. To coordinate with the different PNP offices and units to ensure the
proper sequence, timing, and synchronized implementation of reform
projects and activities.

PNP INTERNAL AFFAIRS SERVICE

The Internal Affairs Service (IAS), an integral part but autonomous unit within
the Philippine National Police (PNP) was mandated to administer investigation of
police misconduct as well as to instill discipline among its men and women.
The Service is composed of both Uniformed and Non-Uniformed Personnel.
DIRECTORIAL STAFF 
The Directorial Staff is composed of 16 directorates. Every Director in each unit has
also his defined function in line with his specialization as follows:
DIRECTORATE FOR PERSONNEL AND RECORDS MANAGEMENT (DPRD)
DPRM assists the CPNP in the exercise of control and supervision pertaining
to personnel and records management. It also studies and provides information,
analysis and advice on personnel matters. This Directorate also translates decisions
into directives concerning personnel information; prepares personnel plans and
projections; and recommends changes in plans and policies to ensure the efficient
procurement and employment of human resources.
DIRECTORATE FOR INTELLIGENCE (DI)
The director manages the gathering/collating of intelligence objectives through
effective management of all intelligence and counter-intelligence activities of the
PNP. He also serves as the linkage of all foreigners with official transactions with the
chief PNP.
The Directorate for Operations (DO).
 The director exercises the command, the control, the direction, the
coordination and the supervision of all activities on PNP operations such as
deployment and employment of personnel.

The Directorate for Logistics (DL).

The director administers and manages material resources needed for the
PNP operations.

The Directorate for Plans (DPL).

The director plans and programs strategic PNP operations. He also

represents the PNP in the inter-agency and international affairs on peace and order.

The Directorate for Comptrollership (DC).

The director administers and manages the fiscal financial resources.

The Directorate for Police-Community Relations (DPCR).

The director formulates and implements community –related activities,

programs and projects. He also supervises the PNP Salaam Police Center to
undertake close monitoring, networking and liaisoning activities with the Muslim
communities in addressing terrorism and lawless violence in their respective areas to
guarantee that the Muslims are not discriminated, oppressed or singled-out.

The Directorate for Investigation and Detective Management (DIDM).

The director coordinates. Controls and supervises all investigation activities.

The Directorate for Human Resource and Doctrine Development (DHRDD).

The director formulates policies on matters pertaining to human resources

and doctrine development.

The Directorate for Research and Development (DRD).

The director engages in research and development and does testing and
evaluation of self-reliant projects.

The Directorate for Information and Communications Technology Management

(DICTM).
The director integrates and standardizes all the PNP information systems and
resources to further improve the frontline services.

NATIONAL SUPPORT UNITS

There are 23 National Support Units of the PNP. Eleven (11) of which are
administrative while twelve (12) are operational in nature. The eleven Administrative
Units are as follows:

Logistics Support Service (LSS)

 1. To conduct procurement, storage, inventory, distribution and disposal
of PNP Supplies and Equipment;

2. To undertake maintenance of PNP vehicles, armaments and other

equipment;
3. Provide transportation services in support to operational as well as
administrative activities of the PNP;

4. To undertake effective management control through accounting and

monitoring of PNP supplies and equipment;

5. To provide EOD assistance and training upon request or as directed by

higher headquarters;

6. To conduct disposal of PNP equipment and properties which are

beyond Economical Repair (BER); and

7. To conduct other special logistics related courses for the PNP

personnel.

Information Technology Management Service (ITMS)

1. The PNP ITMS manages all IT projects to ensure the projects are
delivered on time, within budget and meet administrative and operational
users’ requirements. It also provides IT support to PNP frontline operations
at major events such as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)
Summit.

2. Designs, develops, maintains and implements Information Systems for the

different PNP Units/Offices;

3. Builds up and manages databases of Information Systems;

4. Supports the implementation or enhancement of Information Systems

developed by other units;

5. Maintains and expands coverage of the Data Communication Network;

6. Develops and implements Information Technology (IT) training   programs

for PNP personnel;
7. Conducts Information Technology (IT) related research and studies; and
h. Performs such other functions as the C, PNP may direct.

Finance Service (FS)

 Maintain and supervise the operations of the Modified Disbursement Scheme

(MDS) account for offices in the PNP;

 Coordinate with other offices/units concerning the preparation and distribution

of the pay and allowances of uniformed and non-uniformed personnel of  the
PNP;

 Process and settle claims for pay and allowances/salaries, travel expenses
and retirement benefits/commutation of leave of retired PNP personnel;
  Maintain financial records of the pay and allowances of uniformed and non-
uniformed personnel and other PNP obligations;

 Supervise and/or recommend the training, assignment, designation, transfer

and relief of finance/disbursing officers, collecting officers, agent
officers/tellers and their immediate bonding;

 Recommend policies regarding procedures in the disbursement and

accounting of PNP funds;

 Implement plans, policies, rules and regulations governing disbursement and

collection of funds for the PNP;

 Conduct training of PNP personnel for respective assignment to finance units

in various PNP units;

 Provide technical support and assistance to PNP units on matters pertaining

to financial management;

 Conduct studies and research to upgrade and enhance the effectiveness of

PNP units on matters pertaining to financial management; and

 Perform such other functions as the Chief, PNP may direct.

Health Service (HS)

Monitor and supervise medical and dental civic actions for civil-police
operations as directed or authorized by higher headquarters especially in time of
calamities and disasters; Formulate and recommend plans and other matters
relevant to the PNP Health Service as directed by HS command group and higher
headquarters.

Communications and Electronics Service (CES)

1. To install, operate and maintain communications systems in support of PNP-

wide activities, including coordination, command and control, communications
security, & service support;
2. To provide communications support to PNP major operations or activities;
3. To provide fixed communications for the major offices of the PNP, including
the Regional and Provincial Offices;
4. To provide technical support over communications & electronics facilities of
the PNP provincial offices, city/municipal stations and support units;
5. To acquire critical communications equipment, supplies, and materials;
6. To provide in-service training on communications and electronics matters to
PNP personnel; and
7. To perform other tasks/services as required.

Chaplain Service (CHS)

The CHS is tasked to implement: a) worship and religious services; b)

religious, moral and values education programs; c) pastoral services; d) guidance
and counselling programs; and e) accreditation for civic and faith-based groups
which desire to partner with it under LOI 17/10 SUGO.

Legal Service (LS)

1. Serves as legal counsel of the PNP and, in coordination with the OSG,
provides legal service to the PNP in actions filed before the courts, quasi-
judicial and administrative bodies;

2. Adjudicates claims for retirement and/or separation benefits for uniformed

and non-uniformed PNP personnel;

3. Studies contracts affecting the PNP and submits appropriate

recommendations pertaining hereto;

4. Renders legal opinions on matters arising from the administration and

operation of the Philippine National Police;

5. Provides legal assistance and advice to PNP personnel; and

6. Performs such other functions and duties as may be required by law or

competent authorities or as may be directed by the Chief, PNP.

HEADQUARTERS SUPPORT SERVICE (HSS).

A. Housekeeping

          1. Provides power and water services inside the camp;

          2. Controls and supervises the operation of concessionaires;
          3. Provides maintenance of building, equipment and road nets;
          4. Provides waste management and ground maintenance services;
          5. Supervises all repair projects inside camp; and
          6. Provides police community relation services inside camp and immediate
vicinity.

  B. Security Services

          1. Provides perimeter guards and conducts patrol inside camp;

          2. Directs, controls and supervises traffic flow;
          3. Formulates and implements camp defense, fire and disaster control plans;
          4. Administers the PNP Custodial Center and provide security escorts during
court trials; and
          5. Provides fire-fighting equipment and services inside camp.

   C. Special Services

1. Renders ceremonial honors/services to VIP/dignitaries and deceased PNP

personnel; and
2. Maintains housing, sports and recreational facilities;

   D. Other Services
 1. Formulates and implements camp rules and regulations;
2. Provides personnel and logistical support to the NHQ during command
activities;
3. Processes and supervises the recruitment of its PNP applicants;
4. Conducts training-refresher courses for personnel assigned at HSS, PNP;
and
5. Performs other functions as the Chief, PNP may direct.

Engineering Service (ES)

1. Formulate policies, plans and procedure in the management of engineering

resources, land utilization, and on-base and off-base housing activities;

2. Plan, design/administer and supervise construction and development of the

PNP buildings, facilities and housing related projects.

3. Supervise, monitor and evaluate all construction and major engineering

maintenance and repair of buildings, structures and the operation of utilities
by
the Police Regional Offices and National Support Units;

4. Participate in the preparation of plans and/or construction of PNP on-base

and
off-base housing projects;

5. Coordinate with private developers through GSIS, PAG-IBIG, NHA and other
lending institution, to assist the PNP personnel in acquiring house and lot;

6. Participate in the planning and execution of police operations requiring

engineering support;

7. Act as commodity manager for engineering supplies and equipment, and

determine engineering requirements and standards for personnel equipment;

8. Manage and administer the utilization of PNP real estate;

9. In coordination with the Directorate for Intelligence, collect, compile and

disseminate engineering intelligence information, and participate in the
planning
and implementation of physical measures in PNP camps and stations;

10. Provide technical assistance during the conduct of relief operation in times of
disaster and calamities. and

11. Perform other functions that the C, PNP may direct.

Training Service (TS).

Conduct training courses geared towards skills enhancement, intellectual

advancement and moral transformation of PNP personnel vital to the pursuit of a
highly credible and responsive police force.

PNP Retirement and Benefits Administration Service (PRBS)

 As a National Support Unit is mandated to adjudicate and administer the
retirement, separation, and death benefits of PNP retirees and their
dependents/legal beneficiaries.

TWELVE (12) OPERATIONAL SUPPORT UNITS

AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

Maritime Group (MG) 

This group is responsible to perform all police functions over Philippine
Territorial waters, lakes, and rivers along coastal areas to include ports and harbors
and small islands for the security and the sustainability development of the maritime
environment.

Intelligence Group (IG)

This group serves as the intelligence and counter-intelligence operating unit of
the PNP.

Police Security and Protection Group (PSPG)

This group provides security to government vital installations, government
officials, visiting dignitaries and private individuals authorized to be given protection.

Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) 

This group monitors, investigates, prosecutes all crimes involving economic
sabotage, and other crimes of such magnitude and extent as to indicate their
commission by highly placed or professional criminal syndicates and organizations. It
also conducts organized- crime –control, all major cases involving violations of the
revised penal Code, violators of SPECIAL LAWS assigned to them such as Anti-
hijacking, Anti-Carnapping and Cybercrimes among others and atrocities committed
by Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP)/New People’s Army (NPA)/National
Democratic Front (NDF).

Special Action Force (SAF) 

This group is a mobile strike force or a reaction unit to augment regional,
provincial, municipal and city police force for civil disturbance control, internal
security operations, hostage-taking rescue operations, search and rescue in times of
natural calamities, disasters and national emergencies and other special police
operations such as ant-hijacking, anti-terrorism, explosives and ordnance disposal.
On a special note, the PNP Air Unit is placed under the supervision of SAF.

Aviation Security Group (AVEGROUP)

This group provides security   to all airports throughout the country.

Highway Patrol Group (HPG)

This group enforces the traffic laws and regulations, promote safety along the
highways, enhances traffic safety consciousness through inter- agency cooperation
concerning Police Traffic Safety Engineering, Traffic Safety Education and Traffic
Law enforcement functions and develops reforms in the crime prevention aspect
against all forms of lawlessness committed along National Highway involving the use
of motor vehicles.

Police-Community Relations Group (PCRG)

This group undertakes and orchestrates Police Community Relations program
and activities in partnership with concerned government agencies, the community,
and volunteer organizations in order to prevent crime and attain a safe and peaceful
environment.

Civil Security Group (CSG)

This group regulates business operations and activities of all organized
private detectives, watchmen, security guards/agencies and company guard forces.
It also supervises the licensing and registration of firearms and explosives.

Crime Laboratory (CL)

This group provides scientific and technical, investigative aide and support to
the PNP and other investigative agencies. It also provides crime laboratory
examination, evaluation and identification of physical evidence gathered at the crime
scene with primary emphasis on medical, biological and physical nature.

PNP Anti-Kidnapping Group (PNP-AKG)

This Group serves as the primary unit of the PNP in addressing kidnapping
menace in the country and in handling hostage situations. And
 PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE
STANDARD OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES (SOP’s)
SOP- are products of police operational planning adopted by the police organization
to guide the police officers in the conduct of their duties and functions.
 SOP 1- POLICE BEAT PATROL PROCEDURES

This prescribes the basic procedures to be observed by all PNP

UNITS and mobile patrol elements in the conduct of visibility patrol.

 SOP 2- BANTAY KALYE

This prescribes the deployment of 85% of the PNP in the field to

increase police visibility and intensifies anti-crime campaign
nationwide.

 SOP 3- SIYASAT

This prescribes the guidelines in the conduct of inspections to ensure

police visibility.

 SOP 4- REACT 166

React 166 was launched in 1992 as the people’s direct link to the
police to receive public calls for assistance and complaints for prompt
action by police authorities. This SOP prescribes the procedures in
details of duty officers, telephone operators and radie operators for
react 166; and their term of duty and responsibilities.

 SOP 5- LIGTAS (Anti-Kidnapping)

With the creation of the Presidential Anti-Organization Crime Task

Force (PAOCTF), the PNP is now in support role in campaign against
kidnapping in terms of personnel requirements. This SOP sets forth the
PNP’s guideline in its fighting against kidnapping activities.

 SOP 6- ANTI-CARNAPPING

This SOP prescribes the conduct of an all-out and sustained anti

carnapping campaign to stop/minimize carnapping activities, neutralize
syndicating carnapping groups, identify/prosecute government
personnel involved in carnapping activities, and to effectively address
other criminal activities related to carnapping.

 SOP 7- ANTI-TERRORISM
 This prescribes the operational guidelines in the conduct of operations
against terrorists and other lawless elements involved in terrorist
activities.

 SOP 8- JOINT ANTI-BANK ROBBERY ACTION COMMITTEE

This provides overall planning, integration, orchestration or

coordination, and monitoring of all efforts to ensure the successful
implementation.

 SOP 9- ANTI-HIJACKING/ HIGHWAY ROBBERY

This sets forth the guidelines and concepts of operations to be

observed in the conduct of highway robbery/hold-up/hijacking
operations.

 SOP 10- PAGLALANSAG/PAG-AAYOS-HOPE

This SOP sets forth the concept of operations and tasks of all
concerned units in the campaign against Partisan Armed Groups and
loose fire.

 SOP 11- MANHUNT BRAVO (NEUTRALIZATION OF WANTED PERSON)

This SOP sets forth the objectives and concept of operation tasks of all
concerned units in the neutralization of wanted person.

 SOP 12- ANTI-ILLEGAL GAMBLING

This sets forth the operational thrusts to be undertaken by the PNP that
will spearhead the fight against all forms of illegal gambling nationwide.

 SOP 13- ANTI-SQUATTING

This sets forth the concept of operation in the campaign against

professional squatters and squatting syndicates.

 SOP 14- JERICHO

This prescribes the operational guidelines to be undertaken by the

National Headquarter (NHQ) of PNP in the establishment of a quick
reaction group that can be detailed with the office of the secretary of
interior and local government (SILG), with personnel and equipment
requirements of that reaction group supported by the PNP.

 SOP 15- NENA (ANTI-PROSTITUTION/VAGRANCY)

This sets forth the operational thrusts to be undertaken by the PNP that
will spearhead the fight against prostitution and vagrancy.
 SOP 16- ANTI-PORNOGRAPHY

This prescribes the guidelines to be followed by tasked PNP

units/offices in enforcing the ban on pornographic pictures, videos and
magazines.

 SOP 17- GUIDELINES IN THE CONDUCT OF ARREST, SEARCH, AND

SEIZURE

This prescribes the procedures and manner of conducting an arrest,

raid, search, and/or search of person, search of any premises and the
seizure of properties pursuant to the 1987 Philippine Constitution,
Rules of court, as amended and updated decision of the Supreme
Court.

 SOP 18- SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF SANDIGAN MASTER PLAN

 SOP 19- ANTI-ILLEGAL LOGGING

 SOP 20- ANTI-ILLEGAL FISHING

 SOP 21- ANTI- ILLEGAL DRUGS

PATROL OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES

A. Conduct briefing before and debriefing after patrol operations

B. Perform firearm and equipment check prior to dispatch.

C. Observe precautionary measures and personal safety while on patrol;

D. Plan out patrol routes based on prevailing crime trends and patterns;

E. Observe defensive driving and follow traffic rules and regulations;

F. Establish good rapport with people on your beat and be familiar with all the people in
the community.

G. Patrol members must be always on the look-out for indications of vices and other illegal
activities on their beat;

H. Patrol members must be knowledgeable of all conditions, events and details of places on
their beat;

I. Be observant of people, places, situations or conditions and develop an inquisitive

attitude especially if the subject appears to be slightly out of the ordinary;

J. Keep under close observation actions of juveniles, troublemakers / agitators and the
mentally ill/retarded persons and report information to the concerned agency for
appropriate action;
 K. When requiring proof of identification from any person, let him/her hand it over to you;

L. Patrol members must inform tactical operations center before responding to any
incident.

Patrol Duties

Patrol Supervisors

1) Make a patrol plan with the following details:

a) Area Coverage: safe haven, ambush areas and crime-prone areas;
b) Organizational detail of personnel;
c) Duration;
d) Stand-by points; and
e) Route plan.

2) Designate members of the patrol team/s;

3) Conduct personnel and equipment check;

4) Conduct briefing prior to dispatch by disseminating any orders, directives or

instructions from the Chief of Police (COP) or higher authorities and new
policy or guidelines being implemented by the PNP Organization;

5) Render hourly report of personnel location and situation through

radio/telephone/cellphone to Police Community Precinct (PCP)/ Station
Headquarters Tactical Operation Center (TOC);

6) Render after-patrol report duly signed by duty supervisor. PCP

Commanders shall collate and submit significant details to the Station Patrol
Supervisor, who in turn, will submit the same to the Provincial/District Patrol
Supervisor; and

7) Conduct debriefing immediately after the completion of patrol duties.

Patrol Officers

1) Attend the roll call formation before his/her Tour of Duty for briefing and
likewise attend the after Tour of Duty formation for debriefing;
2) Patrol the assigned beats, observe and check suspicious people,
structures/buildings, compounds and vehicles;

3) Observe and monitor public gatherings, prevent disorders and disperse

unlawful assemblies;

4) Inspect and/or conduct surveillance in various business establishments and

other installations and remove hazards to public safety;

5) Check suspicious vehicles (private, public, or commercial/delivery vehicles)

in the course of their patrol;
 6) Report occurrences and conditions which relate to crime, public peace,
order and safety;

7) Prevent crimes and arrest criminal offenders;

8) Conduct regular visitations, dialogues/consultations with the residents and

other stakeholders;

9) Assist personnel of responsible agencies/unit in facilitating the flow of traffic

at busy intersections/roads within his/her Area of Responsibility (AOR), assist
and provide pedestrian information such as directions and street locations;

10) Respond to calls, entertain complaints, initiate the investigation and

protection of the crime scene and minimize the after-effects of accidents, fires
and other catastrophes;

11) Wear the prescribed patrol uniform;

12) Have the necessary equipment; and

13) Strictly observe “Buddy System” during the patrol operations

Stopping and Frisking (Pat-Down Search)

a. When to Stop and Frisk (Pat-Down Search)

1) Stopping. The police officer may stop a person only when there
is genuine reason to believe, based on experiences and the
particular circumstances that a criminal activity may be afoot.
The police officer must be able to point to specific facts that,
when taken together with rational inferences, reasonably warrant
the stop. Such facts include, but not limited to the following:
a) The person is reported to be allegedly involved in a criminal
activity;

b) The actions or demeanor of the person suggest that he/she

is engaged in a criminal activity;
c) The person is carrying something illegal or when his/her
clothing bulges in a manner that suggests he/she is carrying
a weapon; and

d) The person is seen at the time and place proximate to an

alleged crime incident and/or flees at the sight of a police
officer.

Procedures and Guidelines

1) Stopping

a) When approaching the person, the police officer shall clearly

 identify himself/herself and present his/her identification
card.

b) Police officers shall be courteous at all times but remain

cautious and vigilant.

c) Before approaching more than one person, police officers

should determine whether the circumstances warrant a
request for back-up or whether the stopping should be
delayed until such back-up arrives.

d) Police officers shall confine their questions in relation to the

grounds for stopping the person. In no instance shall a police
officer stop a person longer than the period reasonably
necessary.

e) Police officers are not required to inform the person of his/

her rights under the law (i.e. Miranda Warning, Anti-torture
law, etc.) unless the person is placed under arrest.

2) Body Frisking (Pat-Down Search).

When genuine reason justifies body frisking (pat-down search), it shall be done with
due caution, restraint, and sensitivity in the following manner:
a) Whenever possible, body frisking shall be done by at least
two police officers, one to do the search while the other
provides security. it shall be done with the person in a
standing position with hands raised. the police officers are
permitted only to feel the outer clothing of the person. Police
officers shall not place their hands inside the pockets of the
clothing unless they feel an object that could probably be a
weapon, such as a gun, knife, club, or the like.

b) If the person is carrying an object such as a handbag,

suitcase, briefcase, sack, or other similar items that may
conceal a weapon, the police officer shall not open the item
but instead put it in a place out of the person’s reach.

c) If the external patting of the person’s clothing fails to disclose

evidence of a weapon, no further search may be made. If a
weapon is found and the possession of which constitutes a
violation of the law, the police officer shall arrest the person
and conduct a complete search.

c. Reporting After Stopping or Body Frisking.

If after stopping or bodyfrisking and the police officer finds no basis for making
an arrest, he/she should put it on record in his/her patrol notebook. If he/she finds a
ground for a valid warrantless arrest, then an arrest shall be made.

CHECKPOINTS
Authority to Establish Checkpoints
The establishment of checkpoints shall be authorized by the Head of Office of the territorial
PNP unit and manned by uniformed PNP personnel. Other units may establish checkpoints in
coordination with the Head of Office of the territorial PNP unit in the area.

Composition
In the establishment of checkpoint, the checkpoint team
shall be composed of, but not limited to, the following:

1) Team Leader (TL) - shall lead and take responsibility in the conduct
of checkpoint preferably a Police Commissioned Officer (PCO). In
the absence of a PCO, the most Senior Police Non-Commissioned
Officer (PNCO) will act as Team Leader;

2) Spotter/Profiler – shall point/profile suspected vehicle subject for

checkpoint;

3) Verifiers – shall conduct document verification, search, seizure

and arrest, if necessary, initial custody of seized evidence;

4) Search/Arresting personnel – shall search, seize illegal items and

arrest offenders;

5) Forward/Rear Security– shall provide security in the checkpoint

area and block/pursue fleeing suspects/vehicle;

Procedures in the Conduct of PNP Checkpoint

1) The TL shall inform his/her Chief of Police/ Station Commander

and Station TOC of the location of the checkpoint to be established;

2) The Unit Commander or official representative of NSUs and mobile

forces must coordinate with the concerned LPU through its TOC
or by other means before commencing with the checkpoint;
3) The station TOC shall then coordinate with the Higher Headquarters
(HHQ) TOC, adjacent PNP units and other friendly forces of the
established checkpoints;

4) The TL shall brief the PNP personnel, as well as the civilian

components present, regarding the proper conduct of the
checkpoint and their assigned tasks prior to their deployment;

5) The TL shall account his/her personnel and check if they are in

the prescribed uniform. He/she shall ensure that their names are
visible at all times. If wearing a ballistic vest, raincoat, reflectorized
vest and other accessories worn over the uniform, their names
shall likewise be visible;

6) The TL shall also check the following equipment including, but not
limited to:
 a) Marked police vehicles (including police motorcycle if
available);
b) Signages:
(1) Warning signs: (e.g., slowdown checkpoint ahead,
checkpoint 20 meters ahead, etc); and

(2) Information signs: name and contact number of the

unit and TL.
c) Firearms with basic load of ammunition;
d) Ballistic vest;
e) Handheld and vehicle base radios;
f) Flashlights;
g) Megaphone; and
h) BWC or ARD.

7) The Spotter/Profiler of the team will be pre-positioned in a place

where he/she can best point/profile suspected vehicles prior to
their approach to the checkpoint;

8) Search/Arresting personnel shall flag down suspected vehicles

and conduct search, seizure and arrest, if necessary. The search
must be in accordance with the plain view doctrine except when
there is a genuine reason to believe, based on experiences and
the particular circumstances of each case, that criminal activity
may be afoot;

9) In the event of seized drugs, the seizing personnel of the team

having initial custody and control of the drugs shall immediately
conduct physical inventory and photograph the same on site in
the presence of the accused or the person/s from whom such
items were confiscated and/or seized, or his/her representative
or counsel and any elected public official to include representative
from the media or NPS, if available, who shall be required to sign
the copy of the inventory and be given a copy thereof. However,
under justifiable grounds or circumstances, like when the safety
of the team is compromised, the inventory may be done at the
nearest police station or at the nearest office of the apprehending
team;

10) In case the team has no investigator as team member, the arrested
person/s and seized items shall be turned over to the station duty
investigator for proper disposition;

11) In the event that the checkpoint is ignored, and the occupants of
the vehicle opened fire on the personnel manning the checkpoint,
the response of the team shall be in accordance with the use of
Force Continuum as prescribed in Chapter 2 Section 2-4 of this
POP;

12) The TL shall inform the station TOC before terminating the
checkpoint. He/she shall conduct debriefing of personnel and
 submit after activity report for information of the COP/Station
Commander prior submission to HHQ.

Flagging Down Vehicles

Procedures in Flagging Down Vehicles for Possible Involvement in the

Commission of a Crime.

1) Before flagging down the vehicle, call the station TOC and provide
the following available information:

a) Plate number and/or conduction sticker;

b) Brand/make, series, type (sedan, SUV, AUV, etc) and color;
c) Number and/or description of occupants;
d) Reason(s) for the planned intervention;
e) Location and its direction.

2) The station TOC shall immediately verify with the provincial/city

highway patrol team with the said vehicle information. Simultaneous
verification can be made with the Land Transportation Office (LTO)
vehicle verification system thru text number 2600 by texting “LTO
vehicle (vehicle plate number).” Example: LTO vehicle ABC1234;

3) If upon verification, the motor vehicle is not involved in any crime

the patrollers shall no longer pursue the vehicle;

4) If subject of an alarm or complaint, the patroller shall direct the

driver to pull over or stop on the road side.

5) If the vehicle stops, the patrollers shall likewise position their

vehicle in an advantageous distance behind the subject vehicle.

6) Using the vehicle public address (PA) system, patrollers shall

introduce themselves and command the driver to do the following:

a) Roll down the window;

b) Turn on the hazard light;
c) Turn on the cabin light if necessary; and
d) Switch off the engine;

7) If the vehicle occupants are compliant, the patrollers shall cautiously

approach the vehicle from behind and perform the following:

a) Inform them the reason why they were stopped;

b) Require the driver to present his/her driver’s license and OR/
CR of the vehicle; and
c) Direct the driver to follow them to the nearest police station/
unit;
8) Verify the authenticity of the driver’s license with the LTO vehicle
verification system thru text number 2600 by texting “LTO license
(license number)”. Example: LTO license A1234567890
9) If the vehicle occupants are non-compliant, the patrollers shall
perform the following as warranted by the circumstances:

a) Remain in the patrol vehicle, request for back-up, remain

tactically alert and warn civilians in the area of a possible
armed confrontation;
b) Using the PA system, repeatedly demand the driver to comply
with the instructions in Rule 2.3a6) and to throw the ignition
key outside the vehicle;
c) If capable, effect the arrest of occupants in accordance with
the provisions on Arrest Without Warrant under Rule 2.6e of
this POP; and
d) If back-up is necessary, wait for their arrival before effecting
the arrest;

10) If the motorist flees, despite the repeated warnings the team shall
pursue the fleeing motorist and immediately update the station
TOC and adjacent units about the current situation;

11) If the intervention resulted in an armed confrontation, the response

shall be in accordance with the Force Continuum in Chapter 2
Section 2-4 and Procedures After an Armed Confrontation in
Chapter 2 Section 2-5 paragraph 2.14 of this POP; and

12) Update the station/unit TOC of the development.

Arrest

General Guidelines

1) All arrests should be made only on the basis of a valid

warrant of arrest issued by a judge, except in instances
where the law allows warrantless arrest.

2) No violence or unnecessary force shall be used in making an

arrest, and the person to be arrested shall not be subjected to
any
restraint greater than what is necessary under the
circumstances.
(The Revised Rules of Criminal Procedure, rule 113 sec. 2).

3) Arrests can be made on any day of the week and at any time of
the day or night (The Revised Rules of Criminal Procedure, rule
113 sec. 6).

4) If the accused is already in detention, a return, together with

required documents, shall be made for any standing warrants of
arrest issued after the service.
 5) A senator or member of the House of Representatives shall, in all
offenses punishable by not more than six years imprisonment, be
privileged from arrest while the congress is in session. No member
shall be questioned nor be held liable in any other place for any
speech or debate in the congress or in any committee thereof
(Const. (1987), art. VI sec. 11 (Phil.).

6) Diplomatic agents and couriers, under the Vienna Convention on

Diplomatic Relations (1961 p8), are not liable to any form of arrest
or detention.

b. Authority of the Arresting Officer when Making an Arrest

1) A police officer making a lawful arrest may verbally summon as

many persons as he/she deems necessary to assist him/her in
effecting the arrest (The Revised Rules of Criminal Procedure,
rule 113 sec. 10).

2) A police officer, in order to make an arrest with or without warrant,

may break into a building or enclosure where the person to be
arrested is or is reasonably believed to be in, if he is refused
admittance thereto, after announcing his/her authority and purpose
(The Revised Rules of Criminal Procedure, rule 113 sec. 11).

3) Whenever a police officer has entered the building or enclosure to

make an arrest, he/she may break out therefrom, when necessary,
to liberate him/herself (The Revised Rules of Criminal Procedure,
rule 113 sec. 12).
4) If a person lawfully arrested escapes or is rescued, any person
may immediately pursue to retake him/her without a warrant at
any time and in any place within the Philippines (The Revised
Rules of Criminal Procedure, rule 113 sec. 13).

Arrest with Warrant

1) A peace officer or a private person may, without a warrant, arrest

a person:

a) When, in his/her presence, the person to be arrested has

committed, is actually committing, or is attempting to commit
an offense;

b) When an offense has just been committed and he/she has

probable cause to believe, based on personal knowledge of
facts or circumstances, that the person to be arrested has
committed it;

c) When the person to be arrested is a prisoner who has

escaped from a penal establishment or place where he/she
is serving final judgment or temporarily confined while his/
her case is pending, or has escaped while being transferred
 from one confinement area to another (The Revised Rules of
Criminal Procedure, rule 113 sec. 5);

d) Where the accused released on bail attempts to leave the

country without court permission;

e) Violation of conditional pardon, punishable under Article 159

of the Revised Penal Code as a case of evasion of service
of sentence; and

f) Arrest following a Deportation Proceeding by the Immigration

Commissioner against illegal and undesirable aliens.

2) Effecting Warrantless Arrest

a) Make use and activate the BWC/ARD if available and

practicable. Notify the person/s arrested, as early as
practicable, that the arrest is being recorded with the BWC/
ARD;

b) Freeze or restrain the suspect/s;

c) Make proper introduction as to identity and authority to arrest;

d) Inform the arrested person of the circumstances of his/

her arrest and recite the Miranda Warning and Anti-torture
Warning to him/her;

e) Secure the person to be arrested and use handcuffs for the

protection of the arresting officer, other individuals or the
arrested person him/herself;

f) Conduct thorough search for weapons and other illegal

materials on the person arrested and surroundings within
his/her immediate control;

g) Confiscated evidence shall be properly documented with the

chain of custody of evidence duly and clearly established;

h) No unnecessary force shall be used in making an arrest; and

i) Bring the arrested person to the police station for further

investigation and disposition.
INQUEST PROCEDURES

SECTION 1. Commencement of Inquest

The inquest proceedings shall commence upon the presentation of

arrested person by the police officer before the inquest prosecutor. The
concerned police officer shall also submit the following documents:
a. Affidavit of Arrest;
 b. Statement(s) of the complainant(s);
c. Affidavit(s) of the witness (es) if any; and
d. Other supporting evidence gathered by law enforcement
authorities in the course of their investigation of the criminal
incident involving the arrested person.

SECTION 2. Documents to Be Submitted

The investigator shall ensure that, as far as practicable, the following
documents shall be presented during the inquest proceedings:

a. Murder, Homicide and Parricide

1) Certified true/machine copy of the certificate of death of
the victim; and
2) Necropsy Report and the certificate of Post-Mortem
Examination, if readily available.
b. Frustrated or Attempted Homicide, Murder, Parricide, and
Physical Injuries Cases
1) Medical Certificate of the complaining witness showing
the nature or extent of the injury;
2) Certification or statement as to the duration of the
treatment or medical attendance; and
3) Certificate or statement as to duration of incapacity for
work.

c. Violations of the Dangerous Drugs Law

1) Chemistry Report or Certificate of Laboratory
Examination duly signed by the forensic chemist or other
duly authorized officer;
2) Machine copy or photograph of the buy-bust money;
and
3) Affidavit of Poseur-Buyer/Arresting Officer.
d. Theft and Robbery Cases, Violation of the Anti-Piracy Law,
AntiHighway Robbery Law, and Violation of the Anti-Fencing Law
1) List/Inventory of the articles and items subject of the
offense; and
2) Statement of their respective value.
e. Rape, Seduction, and Forcible Abduction with Rape Cases
1) Medico-Legal Report (Living Case Report), if the victim
submitted herself for medical or physical examination.
f. Violation of the Anti-Carnapping Law
1) Machine copy of the certificate of motor vehicle
registration;
2) Machine copy of the current official receipt of payment
of the registration fees of the subject motor vehicle; and
3) Other evidence of ownership.
g. Violation of the Anti-Cattle Rustling Law
1) Machine copy of the cattle certificate of registration; and
2) Picture of the cattle, if readily available.
h. Violation of Illegal Gambling Law
1) Gambling paraphernalia;
2) Cash money, if any.
 i. Illegal Possession of Firearms and Explosives
1) Chemistry Report duly signed by the forensic chemist;
and Photograph of the explosives, if readily available.
2) Certification from the Firearms and Explosives Office,
Civil Security Group, PNP.
j. Violation of the Fisheries Law
1) Photograph of the confiscated fish, if readily available;
2) Certification of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic
Resource; and
3) Paraphernalia and equipment used in illegal fishing.
k. Violation of the Forestry Law
1) Scale sheets containing the volume and species of the
forest products confiscated, number of pieces and other
important details such as estimated value of the
products confiscated;
2) Certification of the Department of Environment and
Natural Resources/Bureau of Forest Management; and
3) Seizure Receipt

SEARCHES AND SEIZURES

Requisites for Issuance of Search Warrant

A search warrant shall be issued only upon probable cause in connection

with one specific offense to be determined personally by the judge after
examination under oath or affirmation of the complainant and the witnesses
he may produce. The search warrant shall particularly describe the place
to be searched and the things to be seized which may be anywhere in the
Philippines.

The following properties may be the objects of a search warrant:

a. Properties which are the subject of the offense;
b. Stolen, embezzled proceeds, or fruits of the offense;
c. Objects including weapons, equipment, and other items used or
intended to be used as the means of committing an offense;

Objects that are illegal per se, even if not particularly described in the search
warrant, may be seized under the plain view doctrine.

Applications for Search Warrant

All applications for Search Warrant shall be approved for filing by the
Chief of Office. The application shall indicate the following data:
a. Office applying for the Search Warrant;
b. Name of officer-applicant;
c. Name of the subject, if known;
d. Address/place(s) to be searched;
e. Specific statement of things/articles to be seized; and
f. Sketch of the place to be searched.
All approved applications shall be recorded in a log book, duly
maintained for the purpose, indicating the name of the applicant, name of
the respondent, nature of the offense, and date of the application. (Form
“E” - Annexes)

Time of Search

The warrant should be served during daytime, unless there is a provision

in the warrant allowing service at any time of the day or night.

Authority Given to Police Officers when Conducting Search

In the conduct of search, if after giving notice of his purpose and

authority, the police officer is refused admittance to the place of search,
he may break open any outer or inner door or window or any part of a
house or anything therein to implement the warrant or liberate himself or
any person lawfully aiding him when unlawfully detained therein.

Prohibited Acts in the Conduct of Search by Virtue of a Search Warrant

a. Houses, rooms, or other premises shall not be searched except
in the presence of the lawful occupant thereof or any member
of his family or, in the absence of the latter, in the presence of
two (2) witnesses of sufficient age and discretion residing
in the same locality.
b. Lawful personal properties, papers, and other valuables not
specifically indicated or particularly described in the
search warrant shall not be taken.

Validity of Search Warrant

The warrant shall be valid for ten (10) days from date of issuance and
may be served at any day within the said period. Thereafter, it shall be
void.
If, in the implementation of the search warrant, its object or purpose cannot be
accomplished in one day, the search can be continued the following day, or days,
until completed provided it is still within the ten (10) day validity period of the search
warrant. If the object or purpose of the search warrant cannot be accomplished
within the ten (10) day validity period, the responsible police officer conducting the
search must file, before the issuing court, an application for the extension of the
validity period of said search warrant.

Property Seized
The police officer who confiscates property under the warrant shall issue a detailed
receipt of property seized to the lawful occupant of the premises, or in the absence
of such occupant, shall, in the presence of at least two (2) witnesses of sufficient age
and discretion residing in the same locality, leave a receipt in the place in which he
found the seized property and a duplicate copy thereof with any barangay official
having jurisdiction over the place searched. (Form “F” and “F-1” - Annexes) The
receipt shall likewise include items seized under the Plain View Doctrine.
Inventory and Delivery of Property to the Court
The police officer must forthwith deliver the property seized to the judge
who issued the warrant, together with an inventory thereof duly verified
under oath. (Form “G” - Annexes)

Valid Warrantless Searches and Seizures

a. Search made incidental to a valid arrest

Person lawfully arrested may be searched for dangerous weapons or anything

which may be used or constitute proof in the commission of an offense
without a search warrant. The warrantless search and seizure as an incident
to a lawful arrest may extend beyond the person of the one arrested to include
the premises or surroundings under his immediate control.

b. Search of moving vehicles

If the police officers who will conduct the search had reasonable or probable
cause to believe, before the search, that either the motorist is a law offender
or they will find the instrumentality or evidence pertaining to a crime in the
vehicle to be searched, the vehicle may be stopped and subjected to an
extensive search.

c. Seizure of evidence in plain view

Any object in the plain view is subject to seizure and may be introduced as
evidence. Requirements under the Plain View Doctrine are:
1) The police officer must have prior justification for an
intrusion or, otherwise, must be in a position from which
he can view a particular area;
2) The discovery of the evidence in plain view is
unintentional;
3) It is immediately apparent to the police officer that the
item he observes may be evidence of a crime,
contraband, or is a valid subject of seizure.

d. When there is waiver of the right or there is consented search to constitute a

waiver of this constitutional right, it must appear, first, that the right exists; second,
that the person involved had knowledge, either actual or constructive, of the
existence of such right; that said person had an actual intention to relinquish the
right.

e. Searches Under Stop and Frisk Rule

The police officer has the right to stop a citizen on the street, interrogate
him, and pat him for weapons whenever he observes unusual conduct
which convinces him that a criminal activity exists.

f. Emergency and Exigent Circumstances

A search warrant could be validly dispensed with in cases of exigent and
emergency situation, and the police officers have reasonable ground to
believe that a crime was being committed, and they have no opportunity
to apply for a search warrant from the courts because the latter were
closed.
g. Tipped Information
If the police officers have reasonable grounds to believe that the subjects
are engaged in illegal activities, the tipped information is sufficient to
provide probable cause to effect a warrantless search and seizure.

CRIME SCENE RESPONSE PROCEDURES

Duties of the First Responder (FR)

The FR shall protect and secure the crime scene through observance of
the following:

a. Cordon the crime scene with whatever available materials like

ropes, straws, human barricade, police line, wood and chain;

b. Evacuate injured persons to the nearest hospital;

c. Prepare to take the “dying declaration” of severely injured

person, if any;

Requisites of a “Dying Declaration” are:

1. That death is imminent and the declarant is conscious of
that fact;
2. That the declaration refers to the cause and surrounding
circumstances of such death;
3. That the declaration relates to facts which the victim is
competent to testify to; and

4. That the declaration is offered in a case where in the declarant’s

death is the subject of the inquiry. (Form “H” - Annexes).

d. The FR shall stay in the crime scene to assist the Investigator-onCase

(IOC) in the maintenance of security, crowd control,
preservation of evidence and custody of witness/suspects
until such time the investigation is completed and temporarily
turned over to the local Chief of Police (COP) for the
continuance of crime scene security;

e. The FR shall attend to court duties or answer inquiries from any

investigative body to shed light and help the IOC in solving the
case;

f. Prevent entry/exit of persons within the cordoned area;

g. Make note of names of possible witnesses or suspects; and

h. Brief the IOC on the situation upon arrival.

Duties of the Investigator-on-Case (IOC)

a. Mandatory Briefing
The IOC upon arrival at the crime scene shall be briefed by the FR and
immediately call on the SOCO team for assistance.
b. Initiation of Preliminary Survey
1) The IOC shall initiate a general assessment of the scene; take a
cautious walk-through of the crime scene; take down extensive notes
to document important factors; and establish the evidence most likely
to be encountered. He shall confer with the SOCO TL in defining the
extent of the search area, determining the personnel and equipment
needed, and making specific assignments. The SOCO TL shall
develop a general theory of the crime out of the joint assessment.

2) The IOC shall turn over the crime scene to the SOCO and assist the
latter in securing the crime scene perimeter. The former shall not leave
the place until such time that the SOCO, in writing and after
processing, release permanently or temporarily the custody of the
crime scene back to him. If the release is only temporary, he will not
allow access to anyone on the crime scene until such time that the
SOCO finally releases permanent custody of the same.

c. Conduct of Interview
While the crime scene is being processed, the IOC, using the valuable
information given to him by the FR, shall look for witnesses, immediately
conduct interview, and note down important facts for future reference.

d. Preparation of Narrative Report

The IOC shall use a systematic approach in making a narrative report.
No item is insignificant to record if it catches one’s attention.

e. Release of the Crime Scene

The release of the crime scene shall be done if the IOC is satisfied that
all pieces of evidence have been recovered. Thus, he must evaluate the
items recovered from the results of interrogation of the suspect/s and the
interview of the witnesses.

General SOCO Procedures

In cases where the evidence gathered needs special processing due to
significant or sensational cases, the specialists from the Crime Laboratory
shall be requested
a. In bombing cases, the EOD personnel should first clear the area and
declare it “secured” prior to entry of the SOCO. The former, before
entering the crime scene must submit to the latter for swabbing. All
evidence collected must be pre-cleared by the EOD prior to
documentation.

b. In suspected or reported chemical, biological, radiological or

nuclear (CBRN) situations, the SOCO shall directly coordinate
with the Special Rescue Team of the Bureau of Fire and
Protection before the conduct of the crime scene investigation.

c. In mass victim situation, the SOCO, in addition to their function,

shall act as the FR to the Interim Disaster Victim Identification
Task Group (IDVI TG) of the PNP Crime Laboratory. The IDVI TG
 shall immediately assess the forensic specialists needed
to be deployed at the crime scene and relay the requirements to
the PNP Crime Laboratory Headquarters.

d. The SOCO has motu proprio authority to direct all operating

units involved in the police operation to submit their respective
personnel for forensic examination; their service firearms
for ballistic tests; and other pieces of evidence involved
to expedite the investigation of the case.

Duties of the Territorial Police Unit

a. Provide assistance in the evacuation of the injured persons to the
nearest hospital; b. Control the crowd at the crime scene;
c. Direct the flow of traffic away from the crime scene so as not to
destroy and contaminate vital evidence; and

d. Provide security back-up to the SOCO.

Policy Guidelines on Processing of Persons Present at the Crime Scene.

These policy guidelines prescribe the operational procedures in processing
and handling persons present at the crime scene; be they the suspects,
victims or witnesses. The aim is to clearly define police courses of actions in
dealing with persons who, for any reason and personal circumstance, are at
the crime scene during the conduct of police operation.
a. Crisis Management
As soon as the perpetrators surrender, or when they are
captured or neutralized, the On-Scene Commander shall ensure that
the following are accomplished:
1) Processing and Debriefing
1.1 Hostages/Victims
1.2 Perpetrators
1.3 Witnesses; and
1.4 Key participants of the incident.
2) Documentation
Sworn Statement of the following:
2.1 Witnesses
2.2 Hostages
2.3 Perpetrators
2.4 Key participants in the incidents
3) Venue of Processing, Debriefing and Documentation

Considering the instability of the situation; the safety of the responders

and persons found at the scene of the crime; and the preservation of
the
place of incident, the venue of the processing, debriefing and
investigation
shall be at a neutral and secured place,

b. Hostage Negotiation

The following procedure shall be followed during a Hostage Situation:

1) Crisis Management Task Group shall be activated immediately;
2) Incident scene shall be secured and isolated;
3) Unauthorized persons shall not be allowed entry and exit to the
incident scene; and
4) Witnesses’ names, addresses, and other information shall be
recorded. Witnesses shall be directed to a safe location.
 SPECIAL PROCEDURES

RULES ON LABOR DISPUTES

Procedures in the Enforcement of a Demolition Order:

1. PNP personnel should be informed of the prevailing situation,

their tasks, and strict observance of Human Rights.
2. As much as practicable, the Chief of Police (COP) shall lead the
PNP contingent detailed to assist the Sheriff during the
demolition activity.
3. All PNP personnel involved shall be in prescribed uniform and
shall desist from the use of any unnecessary force or any act that
may harm, harass, or terrorize the affected parties.
4. The mode of participation shall be limited to the maintenance of
peace and order during the entire demolition/ejectment activity,
ensuring the protection of all parties from harm and injury.
5. Tear gas, water cannon, and reasonable force shall be used only
when all other peaceful and non-violent means have been
exhausted

After Operations Report

The police officer or unit that rendered police assistance shall submit After
Operations Report to the Chief, PNP or RD, PRO, as the case may be, stating
therein the following:
a. the names and number of PNP personnel involved;
b. the place, time and date, as well as the duration of the police
operation; and
c. The acts performed and any intervening untoward incident
if there be any. Copy of the After Operations Report shall also
be submitted to the court, quasi-judicial or administrative body
that requested for police assistance

Police Responses During Public Assembly

The following are the police responses during the planning stage,
initial and peaceful stage, confrontational stage, violent stage and post
operation stage:
a. During Planning Stage
1) Initiate dialogue with the leaders/organizers to ensure
the peaceful holding of a public assembly, including
among others, the detail of police escorts.
2) Prepare appropriate security and CDM contingency
plans.
b. During Initial and Peaceful Stage
1) With Permit or Held in Freedom Parks/ Private Properties
1.1 The PNP shall not interfere with the holding of a
public assembly. However, to adequately ensure public safety, a CDM
contingent, under the control and supervision of a PCO shall be
stationed
at least one hundred (100) meters away from the area where the public
 assembly is being held.
1.2 Monitor the activities at the public assembly area
and respond to any request for police assistance.
2) Without Permit or Permit has been Revoked
2.1 As soon as it becomes apparent that an assembly is
being held in a public place, the Ground Commander shall immediately
conduct an inquiry whether the assembly is covered with a permit or
not.
If a permit could not be shown, verification should immediately be done
with the Office of the Mayor having jurisdiction over the place where
the
public assembly is being held. Should the Office of the Mayor confirm
that a permit has not been issued, the leaders/organizers shall be
informed of the fact that they are violating the law and will be asked to
disperse peacefully.
2.2 The PNP shall exhaust all peaceful remedies to persuade the
demonstrators to disperse. This may include the involvement of Local
Chief Executives / community leaders when available to intervene in
the situation so that dispersal operations could be avoided.
2.3. Should negotiation fail and the demonstrators refuse to disperse
voluntarily and peacefully, thereby causing public inconvenience, CDM
contingents may commence dispersal operations.
c. During Breach of Peace/Confrontational Stage (With or without
permit)

No public assembly with a permit shall be dispersed. However, when a

public assembly becomes violent, the CDM contingents may disperse such
public assembly in the following manner:
1) At the first sign of impending violence, the Ground
Commander shall call the attention of the
leaders/organizers of the public assembly
and ask the latter to prevent any possible disturbance.
CDM contingents shall hold the line to prevent
demonstrators from proceeding to other areas where
the holding of a public assembly is prohibited.
2) If actual violence reaches a point where rocks or other
harmful objects from the participants are thrown
at the CDM contingents or the non-participants,
or at any property causing damage to it, the
Ground Commander shall audibly warn the participants
that if the disturbance persists, the public
assembly will be dispersed;
3) If the violence or disturbance does not stop, the
Ground Commander shall audibly issue a warning to
the participants of the public assembly, and after
allowing a reasonable period of time to lapse,shall
immediately order it to disperse. With the use
of CDM formations, the rank of demonstrators
shall be disbanded, contained, and isolated from each
other, and should be prevented from regrouping.
4) Water cannons and riot sticks maybe used to repel
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reserve CDM contingents may be employed
when situation requires.
5) No arrest of any leader, organizer or participant shall be
made unless he violates during the assembly a
law, statute, or ordinance.
d. During Violent Stage:
1) Non-lethal weapons and equipment may be used
to suppress violence, to protect lives and prevent
further damage to properties.
2) The PNP security elements shall be tactically deployed
to provide immediate assistance to the CDM
contingents.
e. Post-Operation Stage:
1) CDM contingents shall be withdrawn after the area has
been cleared of possible danger to public safety.
2) Sufficient police force shall be maintained to ensure
peace and order in the area.

Guidelines in the Use of Non-Lethal Weapons

a. Shield and Truncheon

During the confrontational stage, truncheon may be utilized only to push back
demonstrators and not as an instrument to strike individuals. However, when
demonstrators become aggressive, truncheon shall be the principal non-lethal
weapon for dispersal. In such situation, CDM contingents shall nonetheless,
use the same with caution and due diligence to avoid unnecessary injury.

b. Water Cannons

Water cannons may be utilized when demonstrators become unruly and

aggressive forcing troops to fall back to their secondary positions.

c. Tear Gas

Tear gas may be utilized to break up formations or groupings of

demonstrations who continue to be aggressive and refused to disperse
despite earlier efforts.

CIVIL DISTURBANCE MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS

CDM Operational Tasks:
a. Isolate the area
b. Secure likely targets
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c. Control crowds
d. Establish area control
e. Neutralize special threats

CDM Operational Approaches

 a. The commitment of CDM contingent must be viewed as a last resort. Their
role, therefore, should never be greater than what is necessary under the
circumstances. This does not mean though that the number of troops
employed should be minimized. Doubts concerning the number of troops
required should normally be resolved in favor of deployment of large number
since the presence
of such large number may prevent the development of situations in which the
use of excessive force would be necessary. A large reserve of troops should
be maintained during civil disturbance operations.

b. In selecting an operational approach to a civil disturbance situation, the

Ground Commander and his personnel must adhere to the “minimum
necessary force” principle.

c. Efforts should be exerted to create the image of a restrained and well-

disciplined force, the sole purpose of which is to assist in the restoration of
law and order. Further, while CDM contingent should be visible, any activity
which
might excite rather than calm should be avoided when possible.

d. Consistent with the controlling principle “that he must use the minimum
necessary force to accomplish his mission”, the Ground Commander shall
equip the CDM contingent only with rattan stick, shield, Kevlar helmet and
handcuffs.

CHECKPOINTS
Authority to Establish Checkpoints
The establishment of checkpoints must always be authorized by the PNP and
manned by uniformed PNP personnel assigned in the area. Other units
directly involved in an operation may establish mobile checkpoints in
coordination with the Commander of the Unit/Station in the area.

Composition
In the conduct of checkpoint proper, the checkpoint team shall be composed
of, but not limited to, the following:
a. Team Leader (TL) - shall lead and take responsibility in the
conduct of checkpoint preferably an officer with the rank
of at least Police Inspector;
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b. Spotter - PNP personnel who will point/profile suspected vehicle
subject for checkpoint;
c. Spokesperson - TL or member who is solely in charge of
communicating with the motorist’s subject for checkpoint;
d. Investigation Sub-team - in charge of investigation and
documentation of possible incidents in the checkpoint to include
issuance of Traffic Citation Ticket (TCT) or Traffic
Violation Report (TVR);
e. Search/Arresting Sub-Team - designated to conduct search,
seizure and arrest, if necessary;
f. Security Sub-Team - tasked to provide security in the checkpoint
 area; and
g. Blocking/Pursuing Sub-Team - team tasked to block/pursue
fleeing suspects/vehicle.

Procedure in the Conduct of Regular Police Checkpoint

a. Unit Commanders should inform Higher Headquarters (HHQs) Tactical
Operations Center (TOC) and coordinate with adjacent units, such as, MPS,
CPS, NSUs, Public Safety Management Forces and other friendly forces,
personally or through an official representative, before commencing with the
checkpoint to avoid misencounter and any untoward incident;

b. The TL shall brief the PNP personnel, as well as the civilian components
present, including the media regarding the proper conduct of the checkpoint
and their assigned tasks prior to their deployment;

c. The TL shall initially account for the PNP personnel and check if they are in
the prescribed uniform. PNP personnel conducting the checkpoint shall
display their nameplates at all times.

If wearing a jacket, the flap of the jacket bearing their names should also be
displayed. Likewise, the equipment will include, but not limited to, the
following:
1) Marked Patrol vehicles;
2) Firearms with basic load of ammunition;
3) Handheld and vehicle base radios;
4) Flashlights;
5) Megaphone; and
6) Signage
6.1 Warning signs: (e.g., Slowdown Checkpoint Ahead,
Checkpoint 20 Meters Ahead, etc); and
6.2 Information signs: Name of the Unit and TL.

d. The Spotter of the team will be pre-positioned in a place where he can best
point/profile suspected vehicles prior to their approach to the checkpoint;

e. Search/Arresting Sub-Team shall flag down suspected vehicles and

conduct search, seizure and arrest if necessary;

f. Arrested persons and seized items shall be turned-over to the investigation

sub-team for documentation and proper disposition;

g. In the event that the checkpoint is ignored, and the occupants of the vehicle
open fire on the personnel manning the checkpoint, reasonable force to
overcome the suspects’ aggression may be employed;

h. Inform Higher Headquarters before terminating the conduct of

Checkpoint;
i. The TL shall conduct debriefing of personnel after termination of
the Checkpoint; and

j. Unit Commander shall submit After Activity Report to Higher

 Headquarters.

Procedure in the Conduct of Hasty Checkpoints

a. PNP personnel conducting mobile patrols on board patrol vehicles will
initially man the checkpoint, to be complemented by additional personnel
upon arrival of reinforcement. A collapsible signage with markings: “Stop,
Police Checkpoint”, indicating also the name of the concerned police
office/unit conducting the operations, will be used for the purpose;

b. In the case of PNP personnel conducting Internal Security Operation (ISO)

or foot patrol, where a vehicle and collapsible signage is not readily available,
the checkpoint shall be manned initially by said personnel;

c. The team shall immediately inform Higher Headquarters of the exact

location of the Hasty Checkpoint to include personnel involved and available
equipment;

d. In a hasty checkpoint, where there is a possibility of high risk stop and high
risk arrest, and that there is an urgency for troop deployment and that public
safety might be at risk, the participation of the civilian component and the
presence of the media in the checkpoint operation shall not be allowed;

e. The Unit Commander of the personnel manning the hasty checkpoint shall
immediately send additional personnel, equipment and signage to the area in
order to convert the Hasty Checkpoint into a Regular Checkpoint; and

f. As soon as the Hasty Checkpoint is converted into a Regular Checkpoint,

TL shall follow the procedures on Section 4 paragraph c of this Rule.

High Risk Stop and High Risk Arrest

a. Initial Stage
Upon receipt of information involving movement of armed person or persons,
either singly or in group, including unauthorized movement of government
troops, or in immediate response to a reported commission of crime
perpetrated by armed persons, the PNP shall immediately:
1) Organize appropriate tactical security forces utilizing
maximum firepower and armor assets;
2) Deploy the security forces to stopping zones in
defensive position; and
3) Seal off the area and establish strong roadblocks/
barricades.
b. Effecting a High Risk Stop
When effecting high-risk stop, the police officer shall:
1) Exert utmost effort to persuade the suspects to halt or
stop their movement.
2) Start with the procedural conduct of regular warrantless
arrest where arrest is inevitable.
3) Ensure proper documentation of the process.
4) Respect the rights of all the persons involved.

c. During Violent Stage

 The PNP shall strictly adhere to the PNP Operational Procedures
(POP)
particularly on the use of reasonable force (Rule 8).

HOSTAGE SITUATION/BARRICADED SITUATIONS

Procedure to be followed in a Hostage Situation

The following steps shall be undertaken:

a. A Crisis Management Task Group shall be activated immediately.

b. Incident scene shall be secured and isolated.
c. Unauthorized persons shall not be allowed entry and exit to the
incident scene.
d. Witnesses’ names, addresses, and other information shall be
recorded. Witnesses shall be directed to a safe location.

Ground Commander
There shall be only one Ground Commander in the area. Until such time
that he officially designates a spokesperson, he may issue appropriate
press statements and continue to perform the role of the spokesperson.

Negotiators
Negotiators shall be designated by the Ground Commander. No one
shall be allowed to talk to the hostage-taker without clearance from the
negotiator or Ground Commander.

Assault Team
An assault team shall be alerted for deployment in case the negotiation
fails. Members of the assault team shall wear authorized and easily
recognizable uniform during the conduct of the operation.

Assault Plan
The assault shall be planned to ensure minimal threat to life for all
parties.

Support Personnel
An ambulance with medical crew and a fire truck shall be detailed at the
incident area.

Coordination
Proper coordination with all participating elements shall be done to
consolidate efforts in solving the crisis.

Safety of Hostage(s)
In negotiating for the release of a hostage, the safety of the hostage
shall always be paramount.

Guidelines during Negotiations

a. Situation must be stabilized first and contained before the start
 of the negotiation;
b. Do not introduce outsiders (non-law enforcement officers)
into the negotiation process, unless their presence is
extremely necessary in the solution of the crisis.
If so introduced, they shall be properly advised
on the do’s and don’ts of hostage negotiations; and
c. Police officers without proper training

Procedure in the Rescue of Minors

a. Planning
All police operations regarding rescue of minors who are victims or subject of
physical, sexual, psychological abuse, exploitation, discrimination, negligence, and
other forms of abuse, shall be properly planned, in coordination with stakeholders
concerned. The plan shall be drawn and discussed in a pre-conference with national
and/or local authorities such as: the Department of Social Work and Development
(DSWD) or the LSWDO, female Police Investigator, preferably from the WCPD or
one trained in the handling of investigation of child rights cases, the local police
units, police photographer, Public Attorneys’ Office (PAO), barangay officials, City
and Municipal Licensing and Permit Division, the Department of Health or the City or
Municipal Health Office, Barangay Human Rights Action Officer or officer of the
CHR, and/or the DOLE. For this purpose, the PNP shall activate a Rescue Team to
be headed by officer/s of the WCPD, in coordination with concerned national and/or
local authorities mentioned above.

b. Rescue Equipment and Facilities

In the implementation of rescue operations, the police officers or the rescue team
shall ensure that the necessary facilities and provisions are available and ready at
the scene of operation such as the following:
1) Ambulance
2) Portable oxygen concentrator
3) Complete first aid kit
4) Food and sanitary needs
5) Potable water
6) Back-up Vehicle
7) Blankets
8) Flashlights
9) Rope
c. Rescue operations
All police officers participating in the rescue operations shall be in prescribed
uniform. Should circumstances require that certain police officer/s be in civilian
clothes during the actual operations, he must have the official identification card
which he must show when required. Upon arrival at the operation scene, the police
officers shall properly introduce themselves and inform the people in the area where
the childvictim is located as to the purpose of their operation.Police officer shall not
use force unless necessary under the circumstance. In circumstances where
reasonable force is allowed, the police officers/rescue team shall ensure and/or
avoid collateral damage or hitting innocent civilians within the vicinity of
operations.The child-victim shall be handled preferably by a police officer of the
same gender as the victim, who has appropriate trainings on child rights, and in the
investigation and handling of child-abuse cases.
Procedure to be Observed in the Handling of Children in Conflict with the Law
(CICL)
a. Explain to the child, in simple language and in the dialect that he can
understand, the reason why he is being taken into custody and the offense he
allegedly committed;
b. Inform the child of the reason for such custody and advise the child of his
constitutional rights in a language or dialect clearly understood by him;
c. Properly identify himself as police officer and present the proper
identification to the child;
d. Refrain from using vulgar or profane words and from sexually harassing or
abusing, or making sexual advances on the child in conflict with the law;
e. Avoid displaying or using any firearm, weapon, handcuffs or another
instruments of force or restraint, unless absolutely necessary and only after all
other methods of control have been exhausted and have failed;
f. Refrain from subjecting the child in conflict with the law to greater restraint
than is necessary for his apprehension;
g. Avoid the use of unnecessary force;
h. Search on a child in conflict with the law shall only be done by a police
officer of the same gender;
i. Determine the age of the child;
j. Turn over custody of the child to the LSWDO or other accredited NGOs
immediately but not later than eight (8) hours after apprehension and notify
the child’s parents/guardians and the PAO of the child’s apprehension;
k. Take the child immediately to the proper medical and health officer for a
thorough physical and mental examination. The examination results shall be
kept confidential unless otherwise ordered by the Family Court. Whenever the
medical treatment is required, steps shall be immediately undertaken to
provide the same;
l. Ensure that should detention of the child in conflict with the law be
necessary, the child shall be secured in quarters separate from that of the
opposite sex and adult offenders. The child shall not be locked up in a
detention cell;
m. Take the statement of the child in the presence of (1) the child’s counsel of
choice or in the absence thereof, a lawyer from the PAO; (2) the child’s
parents guardian, or nearest relative, and (3) LSWDO;
n. In the absence of the child’s parents, guardian, or nearest relative, and the
LSWDO, the investigation shall be conducted in the presence of an NGO,
religious group, or member of the Barangay Council for the Protection of
Children (BCPC).
o. Ensure that all statements signed by the child during investigation shall be
witnessed by the child’s parents or guardian, social worker, or legal counsel in
attendance who shall affix his signature to the said statement;
p. Record the following in the initial investigation:

1) Whether handcuffs or other instruments of restraint were

used, and if so, the reason for such;
2) That the parents or guardians of a child, the DSWD, and
the PAO have been duly informed of the apprehension
and the details thereof; and
3) The exhaustion of measures to determine the age of a
 child and the precise details of the physical and medical
examination or the failure to submit a
child to such examination;

BOMB, BOMB THREAT AND BOMB INCIDENT EMERGENCY RESPONSE

PROCEDURES

First Responder’s Procedure on Bomb Threat

The following are the guidelines for FRs during a bomb threat:
a. Upon receipt of the information:
1) Treat all threats as serious until proven otherwise;
2) Determine the exact location of the establishment under
threat.
3) Assess or analyze the threat whether it is a long term or
a short term threat.
4) Consider evacuation options such as:
4.1 Option 1 - Do Nothing
4.2 Option 2 - Search with partial evacuation
4.3 Option 3 - Search and evacuation
4.4 Option 4 - Evacuate immediately
5) Alert Explosives Ordnance Demolition Team (EODT) for
bomb search mission and emergency readiness
before going to the crime scene.
6) Proceed immediately to the scene.
7) Notify Higher Headquarters of any development.

b. Upon arrival at the scene:

1) Confirm the reported bomb threat and notify EODT for the conduct
of a bomb sweep.
2) Conduct or cause a search for suspicious device together with
persons familiar with the location.
3) Unless a bomb is found, personnel may not order an evacuation of
the affected area, but may inform the person in-charge of the property
of the need to evacuate.

The following procedures shall be followed during evacuation:

3.1 Evacuation and assembly point routes must be searched to ensure
that personnel are not unnecessarily exposed to danger during the
evacuation.
3.2 Designate a “safe” assembly area, well away from the threatened
structure, out of line-of-sight of the building and well clear of windows.
A minimum distance of 150 meters is recommended.
3.3 Never assemble personnel in front of or directly below glassed
areas.
3.4 Advise employees and visitors to take their personal belongings to
eliminate superfluous “suspicious objects” and to reduce the number of
items to be “checked out”.
3.5 Select safe and climatically acceptable assembly areas where
evacuees may wait for a considerable period.
3.6 Avoid car parks as assembly areas and be mindful of the car bomb
potential.
 3.7 Install procedures to ensure that escape routes are clear.
Evacuation routes and assembly areas must be searched before
evacuation.
3.8 Install procedures to ensure windows and doors are left open and
lights left on.
3.9 Include a procedure for machinery shut-down. This can include
plant and equipment, electronics, computer equipment, securing files
and correspondence.
4) If a suspected device is discovered, cause the evacuation of people
in the affected area to a distance of at least 300 meters away, and
maintain security for the protection of life and property.
4.1 Any discovered device shall be isolated;
4.2 Do not touch, tamper with or disarm any
suspected bomb or IED;
4.3 Report discovery of suspected device;
4.4 Do not permit radio transmission within the
premises/building;
4.5 Turn off all electricity and gas units within the
premises/building;
4.6 Secure the area and prevent people from
approaching;
4.7 Establish traffic control;
4.8 Summon ambulance and fire trucks to the scene;
4.9 Await the arrival of bomb disposal team; and
4.10 Notify Higher Headquarters of the situation.

First Responder’s Procedure in Case of Actual Bomb Explosion

The following are guidelines for FRs during cases of actual bomb
explosions:
a. Upon receipt of the report:
1) Identify exact location of the incident;
2) Alert EOD teams and direct them to proceed to the
area;
3) Notify Higher Headquarters of the situation;
4) Request assistance of medical personnel; and
5) Proceed to the scene immediately.

b. Upon arrival at the scene:

1) Cause immediate evacuation of the injured;
2) Direct occupants of the establishment to evacuate;
3) Maintain order and control crowd;
4) Notify Higher Headquarters of the situation;
5) Seal off location until EOD Team determines if a
secondary device exists;
6) Conduct rescue operations at the scene when necessary;
7) Initiate immediate investigation if investigators have not
yet arrived and determine the following :
7.1 Time of detonation/explosion;
7.2 Time when the call for bomb threat was
received; and
 7.3 Type of device.
8) Submit incident report immediately
9) Avoid issuing “speculative” press releases or statements.

COMPUTER CRIME INCIDENT RESPONSE PROCEDURE

Search and Seizure of Computer

Upon determination of how the computer was utilized in the commission of the crime,
and the legal requirements have been complied with, the following are the guidelines
for the conduct of search and seizure:
a. Secure the Scene.
1) Officer’s safety is always paramount.
2) Preserve the area for potential fingerprints.
3) Immediately restrict access to the computer.
4) Isolate from phone lines.
b. Secure the computer as evidence.
1) If the computer is “OFF”, do not turn it “ON”.
2) If the computer is “ON”, do not turn it “OFF”, nor
touch its mouse or its keyboard.
c. For Stand-Alone Computer (non-networked).
1) Consult computer specialist.
2) If specialist is not available:
2.1 Photograph screen and disconnect all power
sources and plugs including those at the back of
the computer;
2.2 Place evidence tape over each drive slot;
2.3 Photograph (or make a diagram) and label
parts located at the back of the computer including its
connections;
2.4 Label all connectors and cable end to allow
reassembly as needed (Example: “Socket” marked “A”
and the “cable End” also marked “A” );
2.5 If transport is required, pack the components as
“fragile cargo” prior to transport;
2.6 Keep it away from magnets, radio transmitters,
and from other hostile environment;
2.7 Ensure that only a computer forensic expert
conducts the search for any evidence contained
in the computer hardware; and
2.8 Ensure that the computer hard disk is duplicated by
the forensic expert and the original is kept by
the evidence custodian for future court
presentation. Further search and analysis shall be
undertaken using only the imaged disk.
d. For Networked Computers (or business computers)
1) Consult a Computer Specialist for assistance.
2) Do not immediately pull the plug to prevent:
2.1 Severe damage to the system;
2.2 Disrupting the legitimate business; and
2.3 Possible liability of the officers.
Guidelines in Treatment of Other Electronic Storage Devices:

The FR should understand that other electronic devices may contain viable evidence
associated with the crime. The FR must ensure that, unless an emergency exists,
the device should not be accessed. Should it be necessary to access the device, the
FR should ensure that all actions associated with the manipulation of the device
should be noted in order to document the chain of custody and ensure its admission
as evidence in court.

Search and Seizure of Wireless Telephones

a. The FR should be able to recognize the following potential evidence
contained in wireless telephone devices:
1) Numbers called;
2) Numbers stored for speed dial;
3) Caller ID for incoming calls; and
4) Other information contained in its memory:
4.1 Phone/pager numbers
4.2 Names and addresses
4.3 PIN numbers
4.4 Voice mail access number
4.5 Voice mail password
4.6 Debit card numbers
4.7 Calling card numbers
4.8 E-mail/Internet access information
4.9 The on screen image

b. Upon determination of how the wireless telephone device was

utilized in the commission of the crime, and the legal requirements have
been complied with, the following are the guidelines for the conduct of
search and seizure:
1) If the device is “ON”, do not turn it “OFF”.
1.1 Turning it “OFF” could activate lockout feature.
1.2 Write down all information on display and, if
possible, secure a photograph.
1.3 Power down prior to transport (bring all power
supply cords found in the scene).
2) If the device is “OFF”, leave it “OFF”.
2.1 Turning it on could alter evidence in the device.
2.2 Upon seizure, take it to an expert as soon as
possible, or contact local service provider.
2.3 Exert an effort to locate any instructions manual
pertaining to the device.

Search and Seizure of Electronic Paging Devices

a. The FR should be able to recognize the following potential evidence
contained in electronic paging devices:
1) for numeric pagers: Numeric digits and numbers and
code being communicated;
2) for alpha numeric pagers: Numbers, letters, full text
stored;
3) for voice pagers: Voice communications transmitted and
 alpha numeric codes stored;
4) for 2-way pagers: Incoming and outgoing messages
stored;
b. The FR should remember that search of stored data in an electronic paging
device can be made only when incidental to a lawful arrest, when consent has
been given, and when a warrant has been issued.

Search and Seizure of Facsimile Machines

a. The FR should be able to recognize the following potential evidence
contained in electronic paging devices:
1) Speed dial lists
2) Stored faxes (incoming and outgoing)
3) Fax transmission logs (incoming and outgoing)
4) Header line
5) Clock setting
b. The FR should remember that, if the fax machine is “ON”, powering
it down may cause loss of the last number dialed or other stored fax
numbers. The FR should also remember that the header line should be
the same as the phone line, and that if possible, all manuals should be
seized along with the machine.

Search and Seizure of Caller ID Devices

a. The FR should be able to recognize potential evidence contained in caller
ID devices such as telephone numbers and subscriber’s information from
incoming phone calls.
b. The FR should remember that interruption of the power supply of the caller
ID device may cause loss of data if not protected by an internal battery back-
up.
c. The FR must also ensure to document all stored data prior to
seizure of the device, otherwise, loss of data may occur.

Tracing an Internet E-mail

The FR should remember that, with respect to Sent internet e-mail messages, the
user typically controls only the recipient line (s) (To and Bcc) and the subject line,
while the mail software adds the rest of the header information as it is processed.

OTHER MISCELLANEOUS PROCEDURES

This Manual hereby adopts the following existing PNP Manuals as
hereunder indicated:
a. PACER Procedures in Responding to Kidnapping Cases
b. Training Manual on the Investigation of Crimes Involving Women
and Children
c. PSPG Manual
d. HPG Traffic Management and Investigation Manual
e. CIDG Investigation Manual
f. Maritime Group Manual
g. PNP CL SOCO Manual
h. Inter – Agency Protocol for Explosives Related Incidents
Investigation
i. Decentralization of the Functions of the Public Information Office
j. Airport Security Operational Procedures