DILG Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. (File photo)
MANILA – The newly-enacted law mandating the registration of subscriber identity module (SIM) cards will enhance the capability of law enforcement agencies in dealing with cyber criminals, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) said on Tuesday.
In a statement, Interior Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. said Republic (RA) Act 11934 or the SIM Card Registration Act is a welcome development in fostering "accountability at all levels" in reducing electronic communication-aided criminal acts that are being widely committed in anonymity.
"This new law will enable the Philippine National Police and other law enforcement agencies to quickly act on complaints and cases involving mobile scams as they will be able to easily track offenders and resolve misconduct involving telecommunication devices, " Abalos said.
Through this law, Abalos said the DILG can better lead attached agencies and local government units (LGUs) to adapt to the demands of the digital world as it aims to fulfill its mandate to promote peace and order and protect the people from criminals "in both offline and online space".
"The DILG, its attached agencies, and regional offices commit to supporting this new law’s implementation, keeping in mind the best interest of the Filipino people," he said.
In a speech, Marcos thanked lawmakers from the Senate and House of Representatives for coming up with a “long overdue” measure seeking to resolve crimes using SIM cards.
Marcos expressed hope that his administration would enact even more measures that would help ensure security, progress, and prosperity for the nation and people. (PNA)
