Inspector General
Oficina del Inspector General de Puerto Rico
OIG Puerto Rico
63/100
Summary
Independent executive-branch OIG, attached to the Governor's office for administrative purposes, with operational autonomy. Conducts audits, investigations, and evaluations of all executive-branch agencies — including the Negociado de la Policía de Puerto Rico and the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation — for fraud, waste, and abuse. Excluded entities are explicitly enumerated in the statute; PRPB and DCR are not among the exclusions. Findings are advisory; the OIG refers criminal matters to the PFEI or DOJ. Does not independently investigate UOF incidents.
Independence Scorecard
63/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Ley del Inspector General de Puerto Rico (Act No. 15-2017)
- Citation
- Ley Núm. 15 de 28 de febrero de 2017, as amended by Act No. 203-2018
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Puerto Rico