RA 6713 and the

PNP Professional
Code of Conduct
and Ethical Standards
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Learning Goals:

- Brief understanding about RA 6713; and

- Remind my fellow Police Officer and

classmate enrolled in this subject on the
PNP Professional Code of Conduct and
Ethical Standards
Sequence of Presentation:

1. RA 6713 and the standards of personal

conduct in the discharge and execution of
official duties of public official and employee
2. Definition of Terms;
3. The fundamental legal policy and institutional
foundations for the observance of a high sense of
morality, ethical standards and positive values in
the PNP;
Sequence of Presentation:

4. The Six (6) PNP Core Values and Core Work

Values;
5. The Three (3) significance of ethics and
values in police work;
6. The strengths and weakness of the Filipino
Police Officer;
Sequence of Presentation:

7. The Most Common Types of Corruption in

the PNP;
8. The specific values/ethical behavior to be
developed among PNP personnel; and

9. Supreme Court ruling and decision relative

on this Act.
I. The Republic Act No. 6713 (RA 6713)

- February 20, 1989;

- Also known as “Code of Conduct and
Ethical Standards for Public Officials and
Employees.”
- It is the policy of the State to promote a
high standard of ethics in public service.
The Republic Act No. 6713 (RA 6713)

Every public official and employee shall observe

the following as standards of personal conduct in the
discharge and execution of official duties:

1. Commitment to Public Interest;

2. Professionalism;
3. Justness and Sincerity;
4. Political Neutrality;
The Republic Act No. 6713 (RA 6713)

Every public official and employee shall observe

the following as standards of personal conduct in the
discharge and execution of official duties:

5. Responsiveness to the Public;

6. Nationalism and Patriotism;
7. Commitment to Democracy; and
8. Simple Living
Philippine National Police

Professional Code of Conduct

and Ethical Standards

II. Definition of Terms:

Code of Ethics – a 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.
Definition of Terms:

Values – are beliefs, principles and philosophies

that are important, cherished, prized, upheld
and defended.

Virtue – the quality of moral excellence.

III. The Legal Policy and Institutional
Frameworks:

A. United Nations General Assembly Resolution

34/169 of December 17, 1979;

B. The Constitution of the Republic of the

Philippines; and

C. Republic Act 6713 “Code of Conduct and

Ethical Standards for Public Official and
Employees”
IV. PNP Core Values:

1. Love of God;
2. Respect of Authority;
3. Selfless Love of People;
4. Chastity;
5. Responsible Dominion over Material Things; and
6. Truthfulness
IV. 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; and
6. Service – work for another
V. Significance of Ethics and Values in
Police Work

Police Officers as Role Models

- Wisdom of Solomon
- Courage of David
- Strength of Samson
- Patience of Job
- Leadership of Moises
- Faith of Daniel
V. Significance of Ethics and Values in
Police Work

Police Officers as Role Models

- Diplomacy of Lincoln
- Tolerance of the Carpenter of
Nazareth
- Kindness of the Good Samaritan
- Intimate knowledge of every branch
of natural biological and social
sciences
VI. Strength 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 the Constitution
4. Discipline – instinctive obedience to
lawful orders
5. Courteous – dignified in appearance
VI. Strength of the Filipino Police Officer
6. Word of Honor – PNP member’s word is
their bond
7. Duty – obligation
8. Loyalty – trustworthiness to the
organization, country and people
9. Camaraderie – bringing spirit that
enhances teamwork and cooperation in the
police organization.
VI. 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
VI. Weaknesses of the Filipino Police
Officer

4. The Police as “Victims” Mentality – victims

of public misunderstanding and scorn of low
wages and self-serving administrator
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
VI. Weaknesses of the Filipino Police
Officer

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
VII. The 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
VII. The Most Common Types of Corruption
in the PNP

5. Recycling – use or sale of confiscated items

and evidence
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
VIII. Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to
be Developed

A. PNP Professional Code of Conduct

B. PNP Ethical Standards

VIII. Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to be Developed
A. PNP Professional Code of Conduct

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
4. Physical Fitness and Health – in good health
at all times
VIII. Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to be Developed
A. PNP Professional Code of Conduct

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
7. Non-Solicitation of Patronage – not directly
or indirectly solicit influence or
recommendation from politicians
VIII. Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to be Developed
A. PNP Professional Code of Conduct

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
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
VIII. Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to be Developed
A. PNP Professional Code of Conduct

12. Discipline – self control

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
VIII. Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to be Developed
B. 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
VIII. Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to be Developed
B. PNP Ethical Standards

5. Humility – humbleness

6. Orderliness – tidiness

7. Perseverance - persistence
IX. Supreme Court ruling and decision
relative on this Act

G.R. No. 237738, June 10, 2019

FILOMENA L. VILLANUEVA, PETITIONER,

VS PEOPLE OF THE PHILIPPINES, RESPONDENT
IX. Supreme Court ruling and decision
relative on this Act

SECOND DIVISION
JUSTICE PERLAS-BERNABE, J.:

Decision…
FILOMENA L. VILLANUEVA - GUILTY
 End of Presentation

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