Buy-Bust Operation and Agencies Overview

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Questions and Answers

What is included in a Pre-Operational Report prepared by PDEA?

Date of operation completion

Details of the arrest method used

List of previous operations conducted

Identity of subject/target and area of operation (correct)

Which document must be submitted within six hours after a positive operation?

Spot Report (correct)

Progress Report

After Surveillance Report

After Activity Report

What is the purpose of a Coordination Form in anti-drug operations?

To document the arrest of suspects

To report daily activities of the operating unit

To monitor planned anti-drug operations (correct)

To track drug activities of targets

During which phase does the team conduct a Test Buy?

Buy-Bust Phase Signup and view all the answers

What must be included in the After Activity Report following a Buy-Bust Operation?

Circumstances yielding a negative operation Signup and view all the answers

Which agency is the lead in the implementation of all anti-illegal drug operations?

Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is NOT typically used in a Buy-Bust Operation?

Personal Computer Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of marking evidence during a Buy-Bust Operation?

To ensure proper documentation and chain of custody Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the poseur-buyer in a buy-bust operation?

To impersonate a civilian buyer to effect arrest Signup and view all the answers

What is Boodle Money used for in a Buy-Bust Operation?

To purchase items during a Test Buy Signup and view all the answers

Which unit is typically responsible for case build-up during a buy-bust operation?

Team Leader Signup and view all the answers

Who assumes the responsibilities of the Team Leader in their absence?

Assistant Team Leader Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a part of the anti-illegal drug team composition?

Strategic Operations Officer Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary task of the Seizing/Inventory Officer?

To seize and inventory evidence Signup and view all the answers

Which unit is responsible for assisting the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in operations?

PNP Anti-Illegal Drug Units Signup and view all the answers

Which role is designated to ensure security during a buy-bust operation?

Back-Up/Arresting Officer Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Motivation

Multiple agencies are responsible for anti-illegal drug operations, like police officers assigned to anti-drug units.
Following rules and procedures improves operations, specifically buy-bust operations.
Instructors should ask participants who are assigned to anti-illegal drug units to share their previous experiences.

Lesson: Buy-Bust Operation

Buy-bust operation is a planned operation used in anti-narcotics operations.
A poseur-buyer from law enforcement pretends to buy illegal drugs from a suspect.

Agencies Involved in Buy-Bust Operations

Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA): Lead agency for all anti-illegal drug operations.
PNP Anti-Illegal Drug Units: Deputized by PDEA to help implement anti-illegal drug operations.
- PNP Drug Enforcement Group
- Regional Drug Enforcement Unit
- Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit
- District Drug Enforcement Unit
- Station Drug Enforcement Unit
NBI Anti-Illegal Drug Special Operations Task Group: Supports other units and PDEA in implementing anti-illegal drug operations.

Team Composition

Team Leader: Usually a PCO (police contact officer), responsible for case build-up, arrest, investigation, and filing.
Assistant Team Leader: Backs up the Team Leader and takes over responsibilities if needed.
Poseur-Buyer: A police officer pretending to be a civilian buyer of drugs to arrest suspects.
Back-Up/Arrest Officer: Secures the operation area.
Investigator on Case: Responsible for gathering evidence and preparing documents for further legal proceedings.
Seizing/Inventory Officer: Seizes and inventories evidence from arrested suspects.
Recorder: Documents the entire operation.
Team composition could be adjusted based on needs.

Documents Needed for Buy-Bust Operations

Reports: Surveillance, Test-Buy, Contact meeting, Information Report of a High Value Individual.
Pre-Operational Report: Details about target, operation area, composition, tactics and equipment of the operating unit, and duration of operation.
Coordination Form: Issued by PDEA to anti-drug units, ensuring compliance with RA9165 regulations and monitoring anti-drug operations.

Items Used in Buy-Bust Operations

Coordination Form/Pre-Operational Report
Buy-bust money (Boodle Money)
Vehicles (Motorcycle/Automobile)
Issued Firearms
Radio
Tools for Marking
Masking Tape
Zip-Lock Plastic Containers
Tarpaulin with markings of Drug and Non-Drug Evidence
Camera

Buy-Bust Operation Phases

Reporting of the Informant
Surveillance and Casing
Test Buy
Briefing of the Team
Coordination with Lead Agency
Jump-Off
Actual Operation

After Buy-Bust Operations

Arrest of Suspect/Target
Seizing of Evidence Recovered
Actual Markings and Inventory of Seized Evidence
Mandatory Witness Invitation
Documentation at Police Station
Inquest Proceedings for Suspect

Spot Reports, Progress Reports, and After-Activity Reports

Spot Report: Submited within 6 hours after a successful operation.
Progress Report: Submitted as soon as possible after releasing lab results/case reports.
After-Activity Report: Submitted within 24 hours of any operation, and should provide explanations of negative outcomes.

Summary Points for Participants

Definition of Buy-Bust Operation
Authorized personnel for conducting Buy-Bust Operations
Roles of Buy-Bust Team Members
Necessary documents for Buy-Bust Operations
Items used in Buy-Bust Operations
Mandatory witnesses during inventory and collection of evidence

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This quiz covers the fundamentals of buy-bust operations used in anti-illegal drug operations. It highlights the roles of various agencies involved, including the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency and the PNP Anti-Illegal Drug Units. Learn about the importance of procedures and the experiences of personnel in the field.