Investigating the Disposition of Administrative Cases of Police Personnels

Abstract

This research examined the nature, patterns, and implications of administrative cases involving personnel of the Philippine National Police (PNP) from 2018 to 2022. Grounded in the framework of NAPOLCOM Memorandum Circular No. 2016-002, the research focused on classifying offenses such as neglect of duty, misconduct, and irregularity in the performance of duty, as well as their corresponding dispositions. A descriptive-correlational and documentary research design was employed, utilizing official records from the Cagayan Police Provincial Office, Isabela Police Provincial Office, and Regional Mobile Force Battalion 02. Data were systematically gathered through a checklist and analyzed using frequency, percentage distribution, and Pearson product-moment correlation.

Findings revealed that most administrative cases were light to fewer grave offenses, with neglect of duty and misconduct as the most prevalent. These cases were largely influenced by operational stress, workload demands, and organizational factors rather than intentional misconduct. While demographic and professional variables showed some association with the nature of offenses, administrative violations were generally linked to systemic and environmental conditions within the organization. Dispositions commonly included suspension, dismissal, or case closure, reflecting the PNP’s dual approach of discipline and rehabilitation.

In the end, it concludes that administrative cases serve as indicators of organizational gaps in supervision, training, and support systems. Strengthening internal mechanisms such as leadership oversight, values formation, and psychosocial interventions is essential to reducing administrative lapses. Enhancing these areas can improve officer well-being, reinforce accountability, and sustain public trust in law enforcement institutions.