When was PDEA Created? Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Quiz and Flashcards

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What is the main focus of the PNP with regard to public safety and Peace and Order?

Inter agency collaboration with selected LEAs

Which agency was modernized by virtue of R.A. No. 10867 on June 23, 2016?

NBI

What is one of the powers and functions of the NBI?

Acting as a national clearing house of criminal records

What does the NBI do to aid in scientific research for criminal investigation?

Establish and maintain a Forensic and Scientific Research center Signup and view all the answers

How does the PNP engage with other local or international LEAs?

By enactment of laws and memoranda with support from NAPOLCOM circulars Signup and view all the answers

Who appoints the Director of the NBI according to the text?

The President Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the national drug intelligence system established by the PDEA?

To assist the PDEA in coordinating with other LEAs Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can the PDEA enter into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with other agencies?

To carry out the implementation of R.A. 9165 with specific agency roles Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for PDEA, PNP, NBI, or other LEAs if they intentionally or negligently fail to appear as prosecution witnesses without a valid reason?

Punished with imprisonment and a fine Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a possible consequence for failing to appear as a prosecution witness?

Financial reward Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the inter-agency relationship between PDEA, PNP, NBI, and other LEAs regarding dangerous drug cases?

They are responsible for testifying as prosecution witnesses in such cases Signup and view all the answers

What role does the national drug intelligence system play in the relationship between PDEA and other LEAs?

To assist in coordinating efforts between PDEA and other LEAs Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of PDEA in relation to the anti-drug campaign of the government?

Lead legal agency and implementing arm of DDB Signup and view all the answers

How do the PNP, NBI, and Bureau of Customs collaborate with PDEA according to the text?

Maintain close coordination Signup and view all the answers

What action must the PNP, NBI, and other LEAs take before conducting anti-drug operations?

Coordinate with PDEA Signup and view all the answers

What is the timeline within which the PNP, NBI, and other LEAs should inform PDEA about their anti-drug operations?

Within twenty-four (24) hours Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can the PNP, NBI, and other LEAs conduct raids, seizures, and anti-drug operations?

When properly coordinated with PDEA Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary requirement for the validity of anti-drug operations conducted by PNP, NBI, and other LEAs according to the text?

Proper coordination with PDEA Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

PNP's Complementary Doctrine

The PNP practices inter-agency collaboration with other LEAs, such as BJMP, BFP, PPSC, NBI, and others, to ensure public safety and peace and order.

National Bureau of Investigation (NBI)

Established and modernized by virtue of R.A. No. 10867 on June 23, 2016.
Headed by a Director appointed by the President, equivalent to an Undersecretary.
Powers and functions include:
- Undertaking investigations and detection of crimes and offenses.
- Issuing subpoenas for appearance of persons for investigation or production of documents.
- Acting as a national clearing house of criminal records and other related information.
- Establishing and maintaining a Forensic and Scientific Research center.

Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)

Created under the Office of the President as the lead agency and implementing arm of the DDB.
Established by virtue of R.A. No. 10640 on July 15, 2014, to strengthen the anti-drug campaign.
Responsible for the efficient and effective law enforcement of all provisions on dangerous drugs and controlled precursors.
Inter-agency relationships:
- Maintains close coordination with the PNP, NBI, and Bureau of Customs.
- Coordinates with the PNP and other LEAs on all drug-related matters.
- Conducts anti-drug operations with the support of the PNP and other LEAs.

Inter-Agency Relationships

The PNP, NBI, and other LEAs coordinate with the PDEA prior to anti-drug operations.
The PNP, NBI, and other LEAs inform the PDEA of their anti-drug operations within 24 hours.
The PDEA establishes and maintains a national drug intelligence system in cooperation with the PNP, NBI, and other LEAs.
The PDEA may enter into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the PNP, NBI, and other LEAs to implement R.A. 9165 as amended.

Inter-Agency Relationship with the Department of Justice (Prosecution)

The PDEA, PNP, NBI, and other LEAs have the responsibility to appear as prosecution witnesses in dangerous drugs cases.
Failure to appear as a witness without a valid reason may result in imprisonment and a fine.
Administrative liability may also be meted out by the immediate superior and/or appropriate body.

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