The Department of Justice (DOJ) launched a nationwide training initiative for prosecutors and law enforcement agents aimed at improving case build-up and conviction rates.
The Training and Educational Program for DOJ Prosecutors and Law Enforcement Agents (TEPLEA) supports President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to provide stronger legal support to law enforcement and make justice services more accessible to the public.
DOJ Assistant Secretary and spokesperson Mico Clavano said that under Department Circular No. 20, prosecutors are now directly involved in building cases. “Law enforcers are no longer alone—prosecutors are now their partners from the beginning,” Clavano said.
The initiative has already trained 1,800 participants, and the DOJ aims to double that number by the end of 2025. It also helps identify strong evidence and credible witnesses, thereby increasing the chances of successful prosecution.
Participating agencies include the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Philippine National Police (PNP), National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), and Philippine Coast Guard (PCG).
