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 Appraise the moral/ethical weaknesses of the PNP causing incompetence and
propose a solution for the problem
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This is so, because they are entrusted with the enforcement of the rules, regulations
and ordinances created by City/Municipality and the laws of the land created by the Congress
that guide the conduct of society
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DEFINITION OF TERMS
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Such as a bouncer, security guard, driver, bodyguard, confidential agent, watchman and any
other occupations of similar nature, in any enterprise or establishment, public or private, which
will prejudice the interest of law enforcement and public safety
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Ethical standard – it refers to the set of conducts and behavior governing a group, a class or
organization
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Police customs and social decorum – a set of norms and standards practiced by members
during social and other functions
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Nonfeasance/Neglect of Duty- It is the omission of some act, which ought to be performed
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It is the doing
either through ignorance, inattention or malice, of that which the officer had no legal right to
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do at all, as when he acts without any authority whatsoever, or exceeds, ignores, or abuses his
powers
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Incompetency- It is the manifest lack of adequate ability and fitness for the satisfactory
performance of police duties
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It shall not include an unsolicited gift of nominal or insignificant value not given in
anticipation of, or in exchange for a favor
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The ethical conduct and standard of the PNP is further enhanced to fit in their nature
of their creation as embodied in the Constitution which is civilian in nature but military in manner
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Background of the applicants – this includes the qualification like educational attainment and
morality
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Type of training – strengthening the behavior of the selected applicant is believed to be the
objective of the PNP training
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Response to training – trainees’ obedience to legal orders is indispensable in undergoing the
training
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Determination – trainees’ determination to pursue the required training
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Ability to rise when fall – It is but natural to fail but what matter is the ability to rise especially
when put in hot water
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CANNONS OF POLICE ETHICS
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He must be aware of the limitations which the people, through law, have placed him
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He
must recognize the center of the democratic system of government, which gives person or
group of persons, absolute power
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He must insure that he does not pervert its true character
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Knowledge of the Law and other Responsibility
- The policeman shall assiduously apply himself to the principles of the laws, which he is
sworn to apply
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He will make certain of his responsibilities in the particular field of enforcement, seeking
aid of his superior in matters technically or in principles not clear to him
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He shall make special effort to fully understand his relationship with law enforcement
agencies, particularly on matters of jurisdiction, both geographically and substantively
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Use of proper Means to Obtain Proper Ends
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b
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They are self-defeating if they instill in the public mind
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The employment of Illegal methods, no matter how worthy the end, is certain to
encourage disrespect for the law and its officers, If the law is to be honored, it must first be
honored by those who enforce it
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it is the proper performance of duty not the nobleness of the objective or mission which
should guide every police officer
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Cooperation with Public Officials
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b
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The policeman shall be mindful of his special identification by the public as an upholder
of law
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The community and the service require that the policeman leads the life of decent
and honorable person, following the career of policeman gives no special pre-requisite
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being a law enforcement officer is a noble profession, it follows that every law enforcer
must think, act and speak with decency and appropriately
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Conduct towards the Community
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He shall deal with individuals of the community in the manner calculated to instill
respect for its law
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He shall conduct his official life in a manner that will inspire confidence and trust
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He will do neither personal preference nor prejudice but rather a duly appointed
officer of the law discharging his sworn obligation
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Conduct in Arresting Law Violator
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b
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d
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Policeman representing the government bears heavy responsibility of maintaining, in
his conduct, the honor and integrity of all government institution
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He shall guard against placing himself in a Position in which the public can reasonably
assume that special consideration is being given
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He shall be firm in refusing gifts, favors or gratitude, large or small, which can be public
mind, be interpreted as capable of influencing his judgment in the discharge of his duties
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Attitude towards Police Profession
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b
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c
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d
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The acquisition of knowledge is a never ending process of personal and professional
development that should be pursued constantly
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Impartial Presentation of Evidence
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He shall ascertain what kind of evidence and shall present such evidence impartially
and without malice
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He shall ignore social, political and all other distinction among the person involved,
strengthening the tradition of reliability and integrity of an officer’s word
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Prevention of crime and disorder
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Unreasonable force reduce community cooperation
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Impartial Enforcement of Laws
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Police Should Not Usurp Judicial Powers
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Rule of Enforcement Impartially Observed
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One of the first signs of discipline is the stage of orderliness and cleanliness of the
policeman’s place or work
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b
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c
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The people must feel that they are welcome to approach any member of the PNP for
assistance
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All citizens must be treated with dignity and respect
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All police actions must be in accordance with the law
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Basic police service must be rendered, equitably for all citizens and must not give in
exchange for any favor, reward or condition
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Involvement of police personnel in syndicated crime particularly illegal gambling must
not be tolerated
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There is no substitute for leadership by example
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Who is a Filipino Policeman?
- A Filipino policeman is a protector and a friend of the people
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- His whole human person an oblation of enduring love for homeland, fellowmen and
God
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- A Filipino policeman has oath for his republic to uphold: to defend the constitution,
honor the flag, obey the laws and duly constituted authorities
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And he has a legacy

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for his family to fulfill: to bequeath unto them the one and only treasure of his life–an unblemished
name
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The adoption of the PNP Code of conduct as an Ethical Doctrine
reinforces the former as an effective instrument in the moral values' internalization in the PNP
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In this regard, the
members of the PNP must adhere to and internalize the enduring core values of the PNP such
as;
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truthfulness
THE POLICE OFFICER’S CREED
I believe in God, the Supreme Being, a great provider, and the creator of all men and all
dear to me
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I believe that respect for authority is duty
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I recognize the legitimacy and
authority of the leadership, and follow and obey legal orders of my superior
officers
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Toward this end, I commit myself to the
service of my fellowmen over and above my personal convenience
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I shall set the example of
decency and morality and shall have high regard for family life and chastity
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I shall inhibit
myself from ostentatious display of my property
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I shall protect private and public properties and prevent
others from destroying it
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I must be trustworthy and shall speak the truth at
all times as required by my profession
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In view thereof, all members of the PNP
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should conduct themselves in manner that would not place the PNP core values in vain and
possess the following virtue:
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Honesty
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Humility
c
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Charity
d
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Loyalty to the service
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The PNP shall formulate a stringent policy and strictly implement the human resources
development system, compatible to the equitable distribution of procurement, fair promotion,
rationalized approach in assignment, skill development, immediate grant of reward and award,
and decent living upon retirement
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Police Management Leadership – The effectiveness of law enforcement is reflective of the
managerial capabilities and competent leadership of the men and women who run the PNP
organization
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The problem on inequity thru class orientation and
factionalism, both real and perceived, premised on favored assignment, inequitable
opportunity of training, unfair granting of promotion, and untimely awarding of achievements,
will create an atmosphere of demoralization
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It behooves
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The civilian character of the organization requires adherence to the rule on merit and
fitness system and to dissociate the above process from class orientation and factionalism
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Delicadeza - In consonance with the requirements of honor and integrity in the PNP, all
members must have the moral courage to sacrifice self-interest in keeping with the timehonored principle of delicadeza
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Police Lifestyle - The PNP shall promote and maintain a lifestyle for its members which the
public will find credible and respectable
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They must be free from greed corruption and exploitation
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Political Patronage - PNP members shall inhibit themselves from soliciting political patronage
on matters pertaining to assignment, award, training and promotion
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Human Rights - All PNP members must respect and protect human dignity and man’s
inalienable rights to life, liberty and property
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Professionalism refers to the conduct and qualities that characterize a particular profession
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A profession is a calling that requires specialized knowledge and
particular academic training
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Commitment of Democracy
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b
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PNP members shall always uphold public interest over and above personal
interest
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All government properties, resources and powers of their respective offices must
be employed and used effectively, honestly and efficiently, particularly to avoid
wastage of public funds and revenues
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Non-Partisanship
PNP members shall provide service to everyone without discrimination regardless
of party affiliation in accordance with existing laws and regulations
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Physical Fitness and Health
All PNP members shall strive to be physically fit and in good health at all times
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a
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b
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c
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d
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e
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Not directly or indirectly solicit influence or recommendation from politicians,
high-ranking government officials, and prominent citizens, persons affiliated with civic or
religious organizations with regard to their assignments, promotions, transfer or related
advantage
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Nor shall they initiate any petition to be prepared and presented by citizens in
their behalf
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Moreover, they shall advise their immediate relatives not to interfere in the
activities of the police service particularly in the assignment and reassignment of
personnel
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Not, at any time, suggest, solicit or recommend to any party or accused with
pending case, the employment of any particular bondsman or counsel for his defense or
release
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Proper Care and Use of Public Property
a
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Unauthorized
use of public property for personal convenience or gain and that of their families, friends
or relatives are strictly prohibited
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Retiring, reassigning, or dismissed members of the PNP shall immediately
surrender their badges, service firearms, identification cards, other insignia of office, and
other property of the PNP which may be in their possession or under their responsibility
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All recovered property, used in the commission of crime or alleged to be so,
property legally seized, found or surrender and those found on the person of a prisoner;
shall be properly tagged and immediately delivered to the proper custodian for
disposition
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Respect for Human Rights
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b
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c
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All PNP members shall perform their duties with devotion, and manifest concern
for public welfare
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He shall refrain from engaging in any activity which shall be in conflict with their
duties as public servants
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He shall not rein sickness or Injury or Physical incapacity to avoid performance
of duty
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He shall not leave his assigned jurisdiction of official business, except by
permission of his superior officer or other competent authority, unless such permission is
not practical as in hot pursuit of a criminal, in which case a report must be made
immediately thereafter
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Conservation of Natural Resources
Policemen shall help in the development and conservation of our natural
resources for ecological balance and posterity as these are inalienable heritage of our
people
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Discipline
They shall conduct themselves at all times in keeping with the rules and regulations
of the Philippines
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Loyalty
Above all, policemen must be loyal to the Constitution and to the police service
as manifested by their loyalty to their superiors, peers and subordinates as well
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Obedience to Superior
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b
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In accordance with the Doctrine of Command Responsibility, immediate
commanders shall be responsible for the effective supervision, control and direction of
their personnel
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He shall see to it that all government resources with laws and regulations and
safeguard against losses thru illegal and improper disposition
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Ethical standard to be observed are the following:
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All PNP members shall adhere to high standards of morality and decency and
shall set good example for others to follow;
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Nor shall they patronize such places unless on official duty, and not tolerate
operations of such establishment in their respective areas of responsibility
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They shall be faithful to their lawfully wedded spouse
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Judicious use of Authority
All PNP Members shall exercise proper legitimate use of authority in the
performance of duty
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Integrity
Policemen shall not allow themselves to be victim of corruption and dishonest
practices in accordance with the provisions of Republic Act No
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All PNP members shall recognize the fact that they are public servants and not
the master of the people and toward this end; they should perform their duties without
arrogance
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They should also recognize their own inadequacies, inabilities and limitations as
individuals and perform their duties without attracting attention or expecting the
applause of others
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Orderliness
All PNP members shall follow logical procedure in accomplishing task assigned to
them to minimize waste in the use of time, money and efforts
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Perseverance
Once a decision is made, all PNP members shall take legitimate means to achieve
the goal even in the face of internal or external difficulties, and despite of anything which
might weaken their resolve in the course of time

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