Special Investigation.
Section 18
SEC. 18. Special Investigation. – Top assist the Chief Special Prosecutor in the performance of his duties, the Tanodbayan may, upon recommendation of the Chief Special Prosecutor, appoint and compensate such number of Special Investigators and subordinate personnel as may be deemed necessary therefore, and/or detail to the Office of the Chief Special Prosecutor, any officer or employees of the Government or of any government-owned or controlled corporation; provided, that those designated shall not receive additional compensation except per diems, traveling and necessary expenses as may be determined by the Tanodbayan in accordance with existing laws, rules and regulations. The Special Investigators and subordinate personnel shall be under the supervision and control of the Chief Special Prosecutor and their appointment shall be subject to the Civil Service law and rules. The Tanodbayan may, upon proper request of the Chief Special Prosecutor, require the assistance and services of any department, agency or bureau of the government-owned or controlled corporation in the performance of his duties and functions as herein provided.