Philippine National Police Overview

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Who is recognized as the father of the modern policing system?

Chief PNP

Director General of PNP

Sir Robert Peel (correct)

Secretary of Local Government

Where is the headquarters of the Metropolitan Police Service located?

Metropolitan Center

Scotland Yard

National Police Commission Office

New Scotland Yard (correct)

Which agency oversees the Philippine National Police?

Bureau of Fire Protection

Metropolitan Police Service

Department of the Interior and Local Government (correct)

Philippine Public Safety College

What is the rank of the Chief of the Philippine National Police?

Director General Signup and view all the answers

How many Undersecretaries assist the Secretary of the Philippine National Police?

Two Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum term of office for the Chief of the Philippine National Police?

Four years Signup and view all the answers

Which position is NOT included in the leadership of the Philippine National Police?

Chief Financial Officer Signup and view all the answers

What prevents retired military officers from being appointed Secretary of the National Police Commission?

One-year cooling-off period post-retirement Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum age limit for waiving the age requirement for appointment to the PNP?

35 years Signup and view all the answers

Which height is the minimum requirement for male applicants of the PNP?

1.57 meters Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a person to be considered eligible for appointment to the PNP?

Possessing a baccalaureate degree from a recognized institution Signup and view all the answers

How long is the time given to an applicant who has been granted a weight waiver to comply with the required weight?

Six months Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for appointment to the PNP?

Being a military veteran Signup and view all the answers

Which feature allows the NAPOLCOM Regional Director to grant waivers to applicants?

Membership in an indigenous group Signup and view all the answers

What type of tests must applicants pass for physical and mental health evaluation?

Tests administered by the PNP or NAPOLCOM accredited hospitals Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum height requirement for female applicants of the PNP under normal circumstances?

1.52 meters Signup and view all the answers

What happens to personnel who do not report for duty without official notice for thirty days?

They may be classified as AWOL. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum time allowed after being relieved for just cause before being retired?

Two years Signup and view all the answers

How long can a member be demoted before they are retired if not reassigned to a commensurate position?

Eighteen months Signup and view all the answers

What condition must be met for a member to be retired due to non-promotion?

Must not have been promoted for ten years Signup and view all the answers

What powers do local government officials have over PNP units?

They are deputized representatives of NAPOLCOM. Signup and view all the answers

What should happen if a PNP member is officially confirmed MIA?

Their pay and allowances will continue. Signup and view all the answers

What is a condition under which a member can be separated for other means after five years of service?

Inefficiency based on poor performance Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to choose the PNP Provincial Director?

The Provincial Governor Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum service duration required for a PNP personnel to be retired under the attrition system?

20 years Signup and view all the answers

Which type of retirement occurs upon reaching the age of fifty-six (56)?

Compulsory retirement Signup and view all the answers

What will happen to a PNP personnel who has served less than twenty (20) years if dismissed?

They will be separated from service Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to suspend the operational supervision of local executives over police units?

The President Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the grounds for suspension of local executives in charge of police units?

Frequent unauthorized absences Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Internal Affairs Service (IAS)?

To conduct inspections and audits on PNP personnel Signup and view all the answers

What does engaging in acts inimical to national security lead to for PNP personnel?

Disciplinary action Signup and view all the answers

What type of retirement applies to PNP personnel who wish to retire after completing twenty (20) years of active service?

Optional retirement Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of SOP #11?

To neutralize wanted persons Signup and view all the answers

Which SOP specifically addresses the fight against illegal gambling?

SOP #12 Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of SOP #13?

Anti-squatting campaigns Signup and view all the answers

Which SOP prescribes guidelines for police visibility through inspections?

SOP #03 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of SOP #4, REACT 166?

People's direct link to police Signup and view all the answers

SOP #14 is primarily about establishing which kind of group?

Quick reaction groups Signup and view all the answers

What does SOP #15 specifically target?

Vagrancy and prostitution Signup and view all the answers

Which SOP emphasizes the importance of increasing police presence in communities?

SOP #02 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Philippine National Police (PNP)

The PNP is the national police force of the Philippines
Established under Republic Act (RA) 6975
Headed by the Chief, PNP, with the rank of Director General, appointed by the President for a four-year term
The Chief is assisted by two deputy chiefs: Deputy Chief for Administration and Deputy Chief for Operations
The PNP has a comprehensive organizational structure with various ranks and positions

General Qualifications for Appointment to the PNP

Must be a citizen of the Philippines
Must be of good moral character
Must have passed psychiatric/psychological, drug and physical tests
Must possess a formal baccalaureate degree
Must be eligible according to the standards set by the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM)
Must have passed the board examination given by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) or the NAPOLCOM Police Entrance Examination

Waiver of Requirements

The Commission en banc may grant age, height and weight waivers
The NAPOLCOM Regional Director may grant height waivers to members of indigenous groups
Age waiver may be granted to applicants who are at least 20 years old and not more than 35 years old
Height waiver may be granted to male applicants who are at least 1.57 meters tall and female applicants who are at least 1.52 meters tall
For indigenous groups, the minimum height requirement is 1.52 meters for males and 1.45 meters for females
Weight waivers are granted to applicants with a reasonable time (no more than six months) to attain the required weight. Failure to meet the requirement will result in termination from service.

Attrition System for PNP Personnel

The PNP uses an attrition system to manage its personnel
Attrition by Attainment of Maximum Tenure: Personnel reaching the maximum tenure for their position are retired.
Attrition by Relief: Personnel relieved for just cause and not assigned within two years are retired or separated.
Attrition by Demotion: Personnel demoted and not assigned to a commensurate position within 18 months are retired or separated.
Attrition by Non-Promotion: Personnel not promoted for 10 consecutive years are retired or separated.
Attrition by Other Means: Personnel with at least five years of accumulated active service may be separated due to inefficiency, absence without official leave (AWOL), missing in action (MIA), or other reasons.

Retirement and Separation

Retirement: Separation from service due to reaching the age of 56 or upon completion of 20 years of active service
Optional Retirement: Upon completion of 20 years of active service
Early Retirement: Less than 20 years of active service
Separation: Personnel with less than 20 years of service who are dismissed from the PNP
Retirement Pay: PNP uniformed personnel are retired to the next higher rank, which applies to their retirement pay.

Discipline and Internal Affairs Service (IAS)

The IAS, created by RA 8551, is responsible for:
- Proactively conducting inspections and audits of PNP personnel and units
- Investigating alleged misconduct and violations of PNP rules and regulations
- Recommending disciplinary actions

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

SOP #01 – Police Beat Patrol Procedures: Prescribes procedures for visibility patrols by PNP units.
SOP # 02 – Bantay Kalye: Deploys 85% of the PNP in the field to increase police visibility and intensify the anti-crime campaign nationwide.
SOP # 03 – Siyasat: Prescribes guidelines for conducting inspections to ensure police visibility.
SOP # 04 – REACT 166: Introduced in 1992 as a direct link between the public and the police for prompt action on complaints and requests for assistance.
SOP # 11 – Manhunt Bravo (Neutralization of Wanted Persons): Outlines objectives and operational tasks for the neutralization of wanted persons.
SOP # 12 – Anti-Illegal Gambling: Prescribes operational thrusts to combat all forms of illegal gambling nationwide.
SOP # 13 – Anti-Squatting: Prescribes operational guidelines to fight professional squatters and squatting syndicates.
SOP # 14 – Jericho: Prescribes operational guidelines for establishing a quick reaction group for the Office of the Secretary of the Interior and Local Government (OSILG).
SOP # 15 – Nena (Anti-Prostitution/Vagrancy): Outlines operational thrusts to combat prostitution and vagrancy nationwide.

Roles and Powers of Local Government Executives

Deputization: Governors and Mayors serve as representatives of the NAPOLCOM in their respective jurisdictions.
Provincial Governor: Has the power to choose the PNP Provincial Director from a list of three eligibles recommended by the PNP Regional Director.
Local Government Officials: May organize physical movements of PNP elements and units within their jurisdiction.
Suspension of Deputation: The President may suspend the power of operational supervision and control of local executives over police units due to frequent unauthorized absences, abuse of authority, providing material support to criminal elements, or engaging in acts inimical to national security.

Juvenile Delinquency Control

Preventive measures are essential to combat juvenile delinquency and prevent individuals from becoming criminals.
Police commanders must recognize the need for crime prevention and the correction of factors contributing to delinquency. - Rehabilitation of delinquents is crucial for preventing future criminal conduct.

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This quiz covers essential information about the Philippine National Police (PNP), including its establishment, organizational structure, and qualifications for appointment. Test your knowledge on the roles and requirements for becoming a member of the PNP.