Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
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Ricardo P. Aquino, Jr.

Ricardo P. Aquino, Jr.

Corrections Officer 2 - Legal Services, Case Evaluator
Soldiers' Hills Village, Brgy. Putatan, Muntinlupa City

Summary

Top 4 in the Class, Batch "Sinagtala" 2014. Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at BUCOR, excelling in legal research and analysis. Proven track record in conducting thorough investigations and drafting comprehensive legal documents. Strong communicator committed to professional ethics, ensuring integrity in all operations while effectively supporting litigation and administrative processes.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Case Evaluator, Legal Researcher

BUCOR - Legal Services
09.2024 - Current
  • Conducts legal research on statutes, rules, regulations, and jurisprudence relevant to the Bureau's operations.
  • Prepares legal memoranda, opinions, and reports for use by BuCor officials.
  • Assists in the drafting and review of contracts, administrative issuances, and other legal documents.
  • Verifies authorities on legal questions raised in administrative or operational matters.
  • Performs other related duties as may be assigned by superiors.

Case Evaluator

BUCOR - Internal Affairs Service
01.2022 - 09.2024
  • Conduct inspections and audits of BUCOR personnel and units.
  • Investigate complaints and gather evidence for open investigations.
  • Conduct summary hearings on administrative charges against BUCOR Officers.
  • File administrative cases against erring BUCOR personnel as warranted and assist in prosecution.
  • Conduct automatic investigations in specific cases (e.g., firearm discharge, deaths, serious injuries, human rights violations, evidence tampering).

Chief IAS-LRP, Chief IIS-LRP

Leyte Regional Prison, BUCOR
03.2020 - 12.2022
  • Assigning cases to investigators and monitoring progress.
  • Reviewing investigation reports and ensuring compliance with legal standards.
  • Coordinating with other divisions or agencies as necessary.
  • Recommending administrative or criminal action based on investigation findings.
  • Ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of investigations.

Education

J.D. - Juris Doctor (Bachelor of Laws)

University of Perpetual Help System,College of Law
Binan, Province Of Laguna, Philippines
08.2023 - Current

Ph.D. - Criminology

Philippine College of Criminology Graduate School
Manila
03.2013 - 03.2017

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

Philippine College of Criminology Graduate School
Manila
06.2011 - 03.2013

Skills

  • Legal Research and Analysis: Proficient in Philippine laws, jurisprudence, and legal drafting; experienced in litigation support and legal advisory
  • Communication: Effective in delivering complex legal and scientific information through written reports, presentations, and group facilitation

  • Advanced Research Methodologies: Skilled in designing and conducting empirical studies, data analysis, and academic publication
  • Advanced Research Methodologies: Skilled in designing and conducting empirical studies, data analysis, and academic publication

Accomplishments

    Model Custodial Employee of the Year Award - 2017

    Special Award as Chief, Internal Affairs Service - LRP

    Certificate of Commendation for Confiscation of Contraband - LRP

    Certificate of Commendation for Noteworthy Accomplishments in Public Information Office - LRP

Affiliations

Philippine Army Reservist - School Based Ready Reserve Unit, Lyceum of Alabang

Professional Criminologists Association of the Philippines

Rotary Club of Muntinlupa

Certification

Criminal Investigation Course - PNP

Timeline

Case Evaluator, Legal Researcher

BUCOR - Legal Services
09.2024 - Current

Criminal Investigation Course - PNP

12-2023

J.D. - Juris Doctor (Bachelor of Laws)

University of Perpetual Help System,College of Law
08.2023 - Current

Certified Security Professional (CSP) Class 593

07-2022

Case Evaluator

BUCOR - Internal Affairs Service
01.2022 - 09.2024

Chief IAS-LRP, Chief IIS-LRP

Leyte Regional Prison, BUCOR
03.2020 - 12.2022

Ph.D. - Criminology

Philippine College of Criminology Graduate School
03.2013 - 03.2017

Registered Criminologist

11-2011

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

Philippine College of Criminology Graduate School
06.2011 - 03.2013
Ricardo P. Aquino, Jr.Corrections Officer 2 - Legal Services, Case Evaluator