Administrative Code of 1987
Section 56. Functions. -
(1) The Philippine Constabulary shall:
(a) Prevent and suppress lawless violence, rebellion, insurrection, riots, brigandage, breaches of the peace and other disturbances, and see to it that perpetrators of those offenses are brought to justice;
(b) Organize, retain, equip and prepare its forces for effective law enforcement operations and police duties;
(c) Organize, train and equip constabulary draftees, reservists and reserve units;
(d) Develop tactics, techniques, organization, weapons, equipment and supplies essential to the accomplishment of its missions; and
(e) Perform such other functions as may be provided by law or assigned by higher authorities.
(2) In times of war or national emergency, the Philippine Constabulary or any of its subordinate units may be employed jointly with, or in support of the operations of, the other Major Services, as the President may direct.