Module 2.

1 PNP Professional Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards

PNP Professional Code of Conduct

and
Ethical Standards

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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
foundations for the observance of a high sense of
morality, ethical standards and positive values in the
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
developed among PNP personnel.

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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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Module 2.1 PNP Professional Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards

The Legal Policy and Institutional Frameworks

A. United Nations General Assembly Resolution 34/169
of 17 December 1979.
Accordingly Law enforcement official shall;
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
punishment to any person.

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Module 2.1 PNP Professional Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards

The Legal Policy and Institutional

Frameworks
A. United Nations General Assembly Resolution 34/169 of
17 December 1979.
Accordingly Law enforcement official shall;
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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The Legal Policy and Institutional

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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The Legal Policy and Institutional

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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Significance of Ethics and Values in

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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Significance of Ethics and Values in

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 members 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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Weaknesses of the Filipino Police Officer

4. The Police as Victims Mentality- victims of public

misunderstanding and scorn, of low wages and selfserving 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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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.

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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, dayoffs, holidays, vacation periods, and even promotions.

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Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to be developed

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.

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Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to be developed

PNP Professional Code of Conduct

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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Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to be developed

PNP Professional Code of Conduct

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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Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to be developed

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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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Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to be developed

PNP Professional Code of Conduct

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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Specific Values/Ethical Behavior to be developed

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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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
foundations for the observance of a high sense of
morality, ethical standards and positive values in the
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
developed among PNP personnel.
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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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