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The Commissioner may assign any employee of the Bureau to any port, service, division or office within the Bureau's ______.
staffing pattern
The District Collector shall ensure entry of all imported goods at the ______ office.
customs
The Deputy District Collector shall temporarily discharge the duties of the District Collector in case of ______ or disability.
absence
One of the duties of the District Collector is to prevent importation and exportation of ______ goods.
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The duties and functions of the District Collector may be delegated to the ______ District Collector.
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The District Collector shall designate, in writing, a senior ranking ______ officer to temporarily perform the duties of the District Collector.
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All officers authorized by the Commissioner to exercise police authority shall at all times coordinate with the ______.
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Goods seized by deputized officers shall be physically turned-over immediately to the ______.
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For the effective implementation of this Act, the following persons are authorized to effect search, seizure, and ______:
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Subject to the approval of the Secretary of Finance, the ______ shall define the scope, areas covered, procedures, and conditions governing the exercise of such police authority.
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Study Notes
Assignment of Customs Officers
- The Commissioner can assign Bureau employees to different ports, services, or offices within the Bureau's organizational structure with Secretary of Finance's approval.
- Such assignments will not impact tenure, rank, or salary of the employees.
Duties of the District Collector
- Responsible for ensuring entry of all imported goods at customs offices.
- Prevents the import/export of prohibited goods.
- Ensures legal compliance of regulated goods to facilitate legitimate trade.
- Examines, classifies, and values imported goods.
- Assesses and collects duties, taxes, and other charges on imported goods.
- Holds and disposes of imported goods in accordance with the law.
- Prevents smuggling and customs fraud.
- Can delegate duties to the Deputy District Collector, who is supervised by the District Collector.
Temporary Succession
- In absence or disability of a District Collector, a Deputy District Collector assumes their duties temporarily.
- If no Deputy District Collector is available, the District Collector designates a senior customs officer to fill in.
- If multiple officers are equally qualified, a drawing of lots is used to determine the temporary successor.
- Designation must be reported to the Commissioner within 24 hours.
Records Maintenance
- Customs officers are required to keep records of their transactions and submit regular monthly reports regarding district activities.
Exercise of Police Authority
- Certain individuals have police authority to conduct searches, seizures, and arrests for effective implementation of customs laws:
- Bureau officials, District Collectors, Deputy District Collectors, police officers, agents, inspectors, and guards.
- Armed Forces of the Philippines and national law enforcement may also be authorized for specific tasks.
- Bureau of Internal Revenue officials can be involved when internal revenue obligations are relevant.
- Authorized officers must coordinate with the Commissioner at all times.
- Seized goods must be turned over to the Bureau immediately unless otherwise stipulated by laws or regulations.
- The Commissioner, with the Secretary of Finance's approval, will outline procedures, areas of authority, and responsibilities regarding the exercise of police powers and custody of seized goods.
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Description
This quiz covers the regulations regarding the assignment of Customs Officers and Employees within the Bureau. It explores the provisions that safeguard employees' tenure and status, as well as the roles assigned by the Commissioner. Test your understanding of these important guidelines.
