1 2 PNP Professional Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards PDF

Module 2.
1 PNP Professional Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards
PNP Professional Code of Conduct

and
Ethical Standards
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Module 2.1 PNP Professional Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards
LEARNING GOAL:
The learning goal is to provide the participants a

review of the PNP Professional Code of Conduct and
Ethical Standards.
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Define Code of Ethics, Ethics, Morale, Values and

Virtue;
2. Discuss the fundamental legal policy and institutional
foundations for the observance of a high sense of
morality, ethical standards and positive values in the
PNP;
3. Identify the six (6) PNP Core Values and Core Work
Values;
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES
4. Identify the three (3) significance of ethics and values
in police work;
5. Identify the strengths and weakness of the Filipino
Police Officer;
6. List down the Most Common Types of Corruption in
the PNP; and
7. Identify the specific values/ethical behavior to be
developed among PNP personnel.
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SEQUENCES OF PRESENTATION
1. Definition of Terms
2. The fundamental legal policy and institutional
PNP;
3. The six (6) PNP Core Values and Core Work
Values;
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SEQUENCES OF PRESENTATION
4.The three (3) significance of ethics and values

in police work;
5. The strengths and weakness of the Filipino
Police Officer;
6. The Most Common Types of Corruption in
the PNP; and
7. The specific values/ethical behavior to be
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DEFINITION OF TERMS
Code of Ethics – written set of guidelines in accordance with the

primary values and ethical standards
Ethics - what is right from wrong
Morale - state of mind and emotion related to confidence,

cheerfulness and discipline to work
Values - are beliefs, principles and philosophies that are important,

cherished, prized, upheld and defended
Virtue - the quality of moral excellence
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The Legal Policy and Institutional Frameworks
A. United Nations General Assembly Resolution 34/169 of

17 December 1979.
Accordingly Law enforcement official shall;
1. At all times fulfill their duty imposed by law

with the high degree of responsibility.
2. Respect and protect human dignity
3. Use force only when strictly necessary
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The Legal Policy and Institutional Frameworks
A. United Nations General Assembly Resolution 34/169

of 17 December 1979.
4. Matters of a confidential nature in the

possession shall be kept confidential .
5. Not instigate or tolerate any act of torture or

other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or
punishment to any person.
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The Legal Policy and Institutional

Frameworks
A. United Nations General Assembly Resolution 34/169 of
17 December 1979.
6. Ensure the full protection of the health of the

persons in their custody.
7. Not commit any acts of corruption.
8. Respect the law and present Code.
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Frameworks
B. The Constitution of the Republic of the
Philippines
1. Article II, Section 27
Maintain honesty and integrity in the public

service.
2. Article XI, Section 1
“ Public office is a public trust”

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Frameworks
C. Republic Act 6713, “Code of Conduct and
Ethical Standards for Public Officials and
Employees”
Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy of RA 6713
Promote a high standard of ethics in public

service
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PNP CORE Values
1. Love of God
2. Respect of Authority
3. Selfless Love of People
4. Chastity
5. Responsible Dominion over Material Things
6. Truthfulness
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Six (6) Core Work Values
1. Industriousness- strives to work well
2. Sense of Responsibility - held accountable for it.
3. Order (Sense of Time) - “first things first”.
4. Collaboration - fosters teamwork.
5. Determination - qualities of perseverance.
6. Service - work for another

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Significance of Ethics and Values in

Police Work
A. Immense Powers of the Police
 initial decision maker
 great deal of discretionary power
 possess greater authority
B. The Social Contract.
The police to behave at the highest levels of

integrity and obey the rules and laws of society.
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Police Work
C. Police Officers as Role Models
 Wisdom of Solomon;
 Courage of David;
 Strength of Samson;
 Patience of Job;
 Leadership of Moses;
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Police Work
C. Police Officers as Role Models
 Faith of Daniel;
 Diplomacy of Lincoln;
 Tolerance of the of the Carpenter of Nazareth;
 Kindness of the Good Samaritan; and
 Intimate knowledge of every branch of natural

biological and social sciences.
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Strengths of the Filipino Police Officer
1. Spiritual Beliefs - self-confident with the Great

Provider
2. Valor – heroism
3. Patriotism- pledge of allegiance to the flag and a
vow to defend he Constitution.
4. Discipline - instinctive obedience to lawful orders.
5. Courteous- dignified in appearance
6. Word of Honor- PNP member’s word is their bond
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Strengths of the Filipino Police Officer
7. Duty- obligation
8. Loyalty- trustworthiness to the organization,
country
and people.
9. Camaraderie - binding spirit that enhances
teamwork and cooperation in the police organization
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Weaknesses of the Filipino Police Officer
1. Misplaced Loyalty – self sacrifice for the sake of his

fellow law enforcer.
2. Cynicism - police view all citizens with suspicion
3. The Use of Force

a. force is both expressive and instrumental.
b. use of force is justifiable
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4. The Police as “Victims” Mentality- victims of public

misunderstanding and scorn, of low wages and self-
serving administrators.
5. Preferential Application of the Law - what the law
says and who the suspect is.
6. The Police as “Untouchables” - "contempt of a
person in uniform”
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7. Rewards - it is acceptable to accept any type of

reward as long as it was given wholeheartedly by an
individual to a police office.
8. Due Process - means of protecting criminals at the

expense of the law abiding.
9. Lying and Deception- use to protect the law enforcer

or get a conviction on a “bad guy.”
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Most Common Types of Corruption

in the PNP
1. Case Fixing – subjective imposition of penalties
2. Bribery – enticement
3. Extortion- “street court”
4. Protection - taking money or other rewards from vice

operators
5. Recycling - use or sale of confiscated items and

evidence
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Most Common Types of Corruption

in the PNP
6. Selective Enforcement - police officers exploit their

officer discretion.
7. Internal Pay-offs – sale of work assignments, day-

offs, holidays, vacation periods, and even promotions.
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Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to be developed

1. Commitment to Democracy - maintain the principle
of public accountability.
2. Commitment to Public Interest - uphold public

interest over and above personal interest.
3. Non-Partisanship- provide services to everyone

without discrimination.
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4. Physical Fitness and Health - in good health at all

times.
5. Secrecy Discipline - guard the confidentiality of

classified information against unauthorized
disclosure.
6. Social Awareness- encouraged to actively get

involved in religious , social and civic activities.
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7. Non-Solicitation of Patronage- not directly or

indirectly solicit influence or recommendation from
politicians
8. Proper Care and Use of Public Property- “ a good

father of the family”.
9. Respect for Human Rights - uphold the human

rights of all persons.
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10. Devotion to Duty – dedication
11. Conservation of Natural Resources- aid in the

development and conservation of our natural
resources for ecological balance and posterity.
12. Discipline- self-control
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13. Loyalty - reliability
14. Obedience to Superiors- obey lawful orders and

be courteous to superior officers.
15. Command Responsibility - accordance with the

Doctrine on Command Responsibility.
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PNP ETHICAL STANDARDS
1. Morality - set good examples for others to follow

2.Judicious Use of Authority – legitimate use of
authority.
3. Integrity – honesty
4. Justice – fairness
5. Humility – humbleness
6. Orderliness – tidiness
7. Perseverance – persistence
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Module 2.1 PNP Professional Code of Conduct and
Ethic Standards
ANY
QUESTION?
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Summary
The participants learned the following;
 Meaning of Code of Ethics, Ethics , Morale ,Values

and Virtue;
 The fundamental legal policy and institutional

PNP;
 The six (6) PNP Core Values and Core Work Values;
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Summary
The participants learned the following;
 The three (3) significance of ethics and values in police

work;
 The strengths and weaknesses of the Filipino Police

Officer;
 The most common types of corruption in the PNP; and
 The specific values/ethical behavior that should be

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Thought for the Day
Real happiness comes not in achieving big things but

enjoying the simple blessings.
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Module 2.

1 PNP Professional Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards

PNP Professional Code of Conduct

The learning goal is to provide the participants a

1. Define Code of Ethics, Ethics, Morale, Values and

4. Identify the three (3) significance of ethics and values

4.The three (3) significance of ethics and values

Code of Ethics – written set of guidelines in accordance with the

Ethics - what is right from wrong

Morale - state of mind and emotion related to confidence,

Values - are beliefs, principles and philosophies that are important,

Virtue - the quality of moral excellence

The Legal Policy and Institutional Frameworks

A. United Nations General Assembly Resolution 34/169 of

1. At all times fulfill their duty imposed by law

2. Respect and protect human dignity

3. Use force only when strictly necessary

The Legal Policy and Institutional Frameworks

A. United Nations General Assembly Resolution 34/169

4. Matters of a confidential nature in the

5. Not instigate or tolerate any act of torture or

The Legal Policy and Institutional

6. Ensure the full protection of the health of the

7. Not commit any acts of corruption.

8. Respect the law and present Code.

The Legal Policy and Institutional

1. Article II, Section 27

Maintain honesty and integrity in the public

2. Article XI, Section 1

“ Public office is a public trust”

The Legal Policy and Institutional

Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy of RA 6713

Promote a high standard of ethics in public

PNP CORE Values

3. Selfless Love of People

5. Responsible Dominion over Material Things

Six (6) Core Work Values

1. Industriousness- strives to work well

2. Sense of Responsibility - held accountable for it.

3. Order (Sense of Time) - “first things first”.

4. Collaboration - fosters teamwork.

5. Determination - qualities of perseverance.

6. Service - work for another

Significance of Ethics and Values in

A. Immense Powers of the Police

 initial decision maker

 great deal of discretionary power

 possess greater authority

B. The Social Contract.

The police to behave at the highest levels of

Significance of Ethics and Values in

C. Police Officers as Role Models

Significance of Ethics and Values in

C. Police Officers as Role Models

 Tolerance of the of the Carpenter of Nazareth;

 Kindness of the Good Samaritan; and

 Intimate knowledge of every branch of natural

Strengths of the Filipino Police Officer

1. Spiritual Beliefs - self-confident with the Great

Strengths of the Filipino Police Officer

Weaknesses of the Filipino Police Officer

1. Misplaced Loyalty – self sacrifice for the sake of his

2. Cynicism - police view all citizens with suspicion