Section 12
Section 12 as amended, of Republic Act No. 4864, is hereby further amended by adding thereto a second paragraph which shall read as follows: "Any law or rules to the contrary notwithstanding, spot promotion may be extended to any member of the police force for acts of conspicuous courage and gallantry at the risk of his life over and beyond the call of duty. Recommendation of the appointing authority for spot promotion shall be referred to the Police Screening Committee of the locality for evaluation, after which the same shall be elevated to the National Police Commission for approval. If warranted, the Commission itself may direct the extension of spot promotion to deserving members of the police force."