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Which operation is NOT included in Law Enforcement Operations?
Which operation is NOT included in Law Enforcement Operations?
What is a key component of Internal Security Operations?
What is a key component of Internal Security Operations?
Which type of operation involves processing crime scenes and forensic examinations?
Which type of operation involves processing crime scenes and forensic examinations?
What must be obtained before conducting any police operation?
What must be obtained before conducting any police operation?
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Which of the following operations is categorized under Special Police Operations?
Which of the following operations is categorized under Special Police Operations?
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Which operation focuses on gathering information related to security and public safety?
Which operation focuses on gathering information related to security and public safety?
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Which operation includes the enforcement of laws related to illegal logging?
Which operation includes the enforcement of laws related to illegal logging?
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What is required for the Team Leader of operating teams before performing an operation?
What is required for the Team Leader of operating teams before performing an operation?
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What is the primary task of the Medical Sub-Team during a roadblock operation?
What is the primary task of the Medical Sub-Team during a roadblock operation?
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Which of the following correctly describes the general guideline for making arrests?
Which of the following correctly describes the general guideline for making arrests?
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Which personnel may be involved in a roadblock operation as an additional tactical team?
Which personnel may be involved in a roadblock operation as an additional tactical team?
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Who is authorized to issue Warrants of Arrest?
Who is authorized to issue Warrants of Arrest?
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What should be done if a suspect flees during a roadblock operation?
What should be done if a suspect flees during a roadblock operation?
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What is the role of the videographer during the roadblock operation?
What is the role of the videographer during the roadblock operation?
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In what scenario is a Warrant of Arrest no longer required?
In what scenario is a Warrant of Arrest no longer required?
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Which of the following individuals is immune from arrest during a congressional session?
Which of the following individuals is immune from arrest during a congressional session?
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What is the purpose of maintaining a separate Police Blotter for cases involving women and children?
What is the purpose of maintaining a separate Police Blotter for cases involving women and children?
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What does the PNP Crime Incident Reporting System (CIRS) primarily facilitate?
What does the PNP Crime Incident Reporting System (CIRS) primarily facilitate?
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Which document must the Duty Officer complete before entering a crime incident into the blotter?
Which document must the Duty Officer complete before entering a crime incident into the blotter?
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Who is primarily responsible for maintaining accurate crime data within the PNP?
Who is primarily responsible for maintaining accurate crime data within the PNP?
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What is required of the Chief of Police regarding data from other law enforcement agencies?
What is required of the Chief of Police regarding data from other law enforcement agencies?
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What role do Unit Commanders have in the crime reporting process?
What role do Unit Commanders have in the crime reporting process?
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What is the main goal of the uniform procedure adopted by the PNP for reporting crime incidence?
What is the main goal of the uniform procedure adopted by the PNP for reporting crime incidence?
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Which of the following best describes the function of the Incident Record Form (IRF)?
Which of the following best describes the function of the Incident Record Form (IRF)?
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Which document is necessary for the illegal possession of firearms and explosives?
Which document is necessary for the illegal possession of firearms and explosives?
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What is required for documenting confiscated fish in violation of the Fisheries Law?
What is required for documenting confiscated fish in violation of the Fisheries Law?
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What should be included in the scale sheets for confiscated forestry products?
What should be included in the scale sheets for confiscated forestry products?
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What must an arrested person do to opt for a preliminary investigation?
What must an arrested person do to opt for a preliminary investigation?
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What event marks the start of a Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)?
What event marks the start of a Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)?
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Which of the following is a responsibility of the First Responder in a crime scene investigation?
Which of the following is a responsibility of the First Responder in a crime scene investigation?
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What documentation is necessary from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources for forestry violations?
What documentation is necessary from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources for forestry violations?
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What role does the investigator play after filing a case with the Prosecutor's Office?
What role does the investigator play after filing a case with the Prosecutor's Office?
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What is the primary role of the police during a public assembly?
What is the primary role of the police during a public assembly?
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When can tear gas and other anti-riot devices be used during a public assembly?
When can tear gas and other anti-riot devices be used during a public assembly?
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What must be done if a public assembly is held without the required permit?
What must be done if a public assembly is held without the required permit?
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Which of the following acts is prohibited for police officers during a peaceful assembly?
Which of the following acts is prohibited for police officers during a peaceful assembly?
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What is the appropriate distance for police contingents to maintain from a public assembly?
What is the appropriate distance for police contingents to maintain from a public assembly?
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What action should police initiate during the planning stage of a public assembly?
What action should police initiate during the planning stage of a public assembly?
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What should police do during a violent public assembly with a permit?
What should police do during a violent public assembly with a permit?
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What is a requirement for the CDM contingent during rallies or demonstrations?
What is a requirement for the CDM contingent during rallies or demonstrations?
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Study Notes
Law Enforcement Operations
- Includes service of arrest warrants, search warrant implementation, enforcement of visitorial powers, anti-illegal drug ops, anti-illegal gambling, anti-illegal logging, anti-illegal fishing, anti-carnapping, anti-kidnapping, anti-cybercrime operations
- Conducted to enforce laws, statutes, executive orders, and ordinances
Internal Security Operations
- Includes counter-insurgency and counter-terrorist operations
- Performed to ensure internal security
Special Police Operations
- Includes checkpoint operations, roadblock operations, civil disturbance management, police assistance for demolition, eviction injunctions, police assistance for court orders and quasi-judicial bodies, hostage situations, visit, board, search and seizure of marine vessels
- Conducted by police units with specialized training related to the operation
Intelligence Operations
- Includes surveillance operation, counter-intelligence, intelligence research, and intelligence assessment
- Conducted to gather information related to security, public safety, and order
Investigation Operations
- Includes investigation of crimes or incidents, administrative investigation, and similar investigative work
- Performed to determine facts and circumstances for criminal or administrative filing of cases
Scene of the Crime Operation (SOCO)
- Includes processing of crime scenes, technical and forensic examination of evidence, and scientific investigative assistance
Pre-Operational Clearance
- Required for all police operations
- Filed by team leader and approved by police unit commander
Roadblock Operation
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Team Structure:
- Lead Team
- Blocking/Pursuing Sub-Team
- Check Point/Interdiction Sub-Team
- Medical Sub-Team
- Additional Tactical Personnel/Team
- Videographer
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Procedure:
- Establish forward observers/spotters and rear checkpoint
- Deploy forces strategically for defense
Internal Security Operations
- PNP actively supports AFP in suppression of Communist Terrorist Movement (CTM) and other national security threats
- Mandated by Executive Order No. 546 series of 2006
- PNP plays an active support role
Arrest
- Valid arrest warrants required, except when law allows warrantless arrest
- No unnecessary force allowed
- Arrests can be made any day or time
- Only judges can issue warrants
- Warrants not required if accused is in detention, Order of Commitment issued instead
- The following individuals are immune from arrest:
- Politicians while Congress is in session, for offenses punishable by less than six years of imprisonment
- Diplomatic agents, under the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations
Police Blotter
- Separate blotter maintained for cases involving women and children
- Crime Incident Reporting System (CIRS) utilized for electronic reporting
- Blotter Procedure:
- Duty Officer evaluates report and determines if it's a crime incident or event
- Incident Record Form filled for crime incidents, then extracted for blotter and CIRS
- Other reports recorded directly into the blotter
Unit Crime Periodic Report (UCPER)
- Reports crime incidents to the Criminal Justice System
- Chief of Police responsible for data accuracy
- Crime registrars appointed to maintain crime data files
Documentation of Evidence
- Evidence documentation and collection procedures vary depending on the nature of the crime
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General Documentation Requirements:
- Incident Report Form
- Arrest Report
- Affidavit of Arrest
- Evidence Custodial Receipt
- Seizure Receipt
- Specific documentation procedures for certain crimes:
- Illegal possession of firearms and explosives: Chemistry report and photograph of explosives
- Violation of the Fisheries Law: Photograph of confiscated fish and certification from the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR)
- Violation of the Forestry Law: Scale sheets of confiscated products, certification from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), and Seizure Receipt
Inquest Proceedings
- Inquest conducted unless arrested person waives rights and opts for preliminary investigation
- Investigator monitors case until final resolution
Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)
- Starts with the arrival of First Responders (FRs) and ends with the lifting of the security cordon and release of the crime scene
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Role of First Responders (FR):
- Secure the crime scene, isolate the area
- Prevent contamination or tampering
- Assist injured individuals
- Provide initial first aid
- Take necessary action to ensure the safety of the scene
- Contact the duty investigator and SOCO team
- Document the initial situation and observations
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Role of Investigation-On-Case (IOC):
- Identifies the victim or suspect
- Collects information related to the crime
- Records details of suspects and witnesses
- Prepares the initial crime scene report
- Provides operational assistance for the SOCO team
- Directs the investigation of the crime
- Files final report and prepares cases
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Role of SOCO Team:
- Arrives at the scene and takes over the secure area
- Identifies, processes, collects, and preserves evidence
- Prepares the final crime scene report
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Specific requirements:
- Proper photographic documentation
- Evidence bagging/tagging
- Evidence collection and handling procedures
- Conduct sketches and measurements
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Dying declaration:
- Declaration made by a person who is believed to be dying
- Used as evidence in court if certain conditions are met:
- Declarant must be conscious of impending death
- Declaration must be about the cause of death
- Declarant must be competent to testify to the facts
- Declaration must be offered in a case where declarant’s death is the subject of the investigation
Rallies and Demonstrations
- PNP role: Ensure public safety and maintain peace and order, but not interfere with assemblies
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CDM Contingent for Assemblies:
- In uniform without firearms
- Tear gas, smoke grenades, water cannons only used during violence, threats of violence, or deliberate destruction of property
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Dispersal:
- Assemblies with permits not dispersed
- Assemblies without permits can be dispersed peacefully
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Prohibited Acts for Police Officers:
- Obstructing or denying peaceful assembly
- Unnecessary firing of firearms
- Violating dispersal policies
- Acts within 100 meters of the assembly area
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Police Response:
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Planning Stage:
- Dialogue with leaders/organizers
- Develop security and CDM plans
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Initial and Peaceful Stage:
- Observe and monitor the assembly
- Maintain order and safety
- Ensure adherence to permit conditions
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Confrontational Stage:
- Deploy CDM contingent
- Use necessary force as last resort
- Document acts of violence or threats of violence
- Arrest individuals disrupting the peace
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Violent Stage:
- Disperse the assembly if necessary
- Protect life and property
- Ensure the safe retreat of officers
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Post-Operation Stage:
- Debriefing of officers
- Evaluate and document operations
- Prepare reports for superiors
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Planning Stage:
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This quiz explores various operations performed by law enforcement to maintain public order, internal security, and counter illegal activities. Topics include the enforcement of laws, special police operations, and intelligence gathering. Test your knowledge on the critical roles played by police units in ensuring safety and in conducting specialized operations.
