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COMELEC checkpoints ensure the effective implementation of the firearms ban during the election
period leading up to the May 13, 2013 synchronized national, local, and the ARMM regional elections.
Checkpoint teams must be under Checkpoints must be well lit.
the command of a regular member
of the Armed Forces of the * In areas where electric light is
Philippines or of the Philippine not available, emergency lighting
National Police, with the rank of at shall be provided.
least lieutenant/inspector.
Checkpoints must be
* All manning personnel properly and clearly
must be in complete
uniform, including nameplates.
STOP identified.
COMELEC CHECKPOINT
* Signboards must
Manning personnel must not be ELECTION OFFICER
measure 3 x 4 ft.; both
under the influence of COMMANDING OFFICER
drugs/alcohol. PLEASE BEAR WITH US sides must be printed
/painted in bold letters, on
a white background, so as
to be seen from a
distance.
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SEARCHES AT COMELEC CHECKPOINTS
REMEMBER:
PULIS
PULIS
• Upon approaching the • Do not submit to a physical or
checkpoint: Slow down, dim body search.
headlights, and turn on cabin
lights. Ensure that all doors
are locked.
• Routine questions may be • You are not obliged to open the
asked. Be courteous but firm glove compartment, the trunk,
with your answers. Assert your or bags/containers in your
rights, and maintain calm. possession.
• Checkpoint teams cannot
compel you to step out of • Keep your driver’s license and
your vehicle. car registration within reach.
PULIS
• Only a visual search is allowed. • Do not hesitate to report
violations.
PNP Hotline: 117 I Globe SMS: 09178475757 I Smart SMS: 700-7233, type SAFE FEEDBACK (message)
Source: COMELEC, PNP-PIO PCDSPO I GOV.PH