12 May, 2026 (Davao City, Davao del Sur) β The Local Amnesty Board (LAB) Davao Secretariat, headed by Mr. Cris Gaerlan, paid a courtesy visit to the Davao City Police Office to meet with the current City Director, PCol. Peter B. Madria, who assumed command last March 30, 2026. The LAB Davao Secretariat discussed with PCol. Madria the National Amnesty Commissionβs mandate and its amnesty program, as well as the Board Membership composition.
Mr. Gaerlan emphasized the confidentiality of LAB conferences where applications for amnesty are deliberated by the Board Members for approval or denial. He added that these conferences are exclusive to the primary LAB Members and their alternates and that no other representatives are allowed to sit in during deliberations.
With shared sentiments, PCol. Madria and Mr. Gaerlan spoke briefly about the essence of amnesty and underscored the importance of granting it to individuals who not only wish for a second chance and better life, but who also genuinely keep their fidelity to the country and the law.
The meeting ended on a positive note, with the City Director confirming his attendance in the upcoming Oath-Taking Ceremony of New LAB Members and 9th LAB Conference on Friday, 15 May 2026 and affirming his intent to pay a visit to the LAB Davao office soon. As PCol. Madria steps into his role as the new alternate LAB Davao member from the Philippine National Police (PNP), the LAB Davao will certainly gain more support to aid former rebels in achieving their coveted life β one gifted with forgiveness and filled with opportunities and freedom.