Republic of the Philippines National Police Commission NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY CHIEF PNP FOR OPERATIONS Camp Crame, Quezon City COMMAND MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO.O{ - 2045 SUBJECT: Institutionalization of the PNP “Integrity Initiative” TO : See Distribution DATE 4. REFERENCES: a, Republic Act No. 6975, known as “An Act Establishing the Philippine National Police under a Reorganized Department of Interior and Local Government, and for Other Purposes”, as amended by RA 8551, known as “The PNP Reform and Reorganization Act of 1998 and further amended by RA 9708, known as an “Act Extending for Five (5) Years the Reglementary Period for Complying the Minimum Educational Qualification for Appointment to the PNP and Adjusting the Promotion System Thereof’; b. Republic Act No. 6713, known as the “Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for All Public Officials and Employees”; and c. PNP Peace and Order Agenda for Transformation and Upholding the Rule of Law (P.A.T.R.O.L) Plan 2030, 2. PURPOSE: This Command Memorandum Circular (CMC) shall provide guidelines for the institutionalization of the “PNP Integrity Initiative” which include the “Integrity Enhancement Program” and the “Integrity Pledge” to ensure total commitment of every PNP personnel to live according to the highest standards for public officials and employees set forth in Republic Act No. 6713, known as the “Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for All Public Officials and Employees.” This ensures effective and efficient performance of their respective duties and responsibilities in pursuit of the mission and functions of their respective units as welll as the whole PNP organization The CMC also aims to underscore top and unit leadership's vital role in ‘Teading by example’ and in accordance with the principle of command ‘responsibility’ by ensuring that their respective personnel strictly abide with the provisions of RA 6713 This promotes strict observation of ethical practices and good governance on the established PNP Ethical Doctrine at all times in dispensation of their respective duties and responsibilities. These guidelines also aim to promote professionalism and ‘Culture of Integrity’ and prevent misconduct of personnel to restore or enhance public confidence in the PNP. 3. SITUATION: The PNP is endowed with the mission to enforce the law, prevent and control crimes, maintain peace and order, and ensure public safety and internal security with the active support of the community. In order to carry out these missions, the police have certain powers, namely the power to arrest and detain, the power to use force,Power to investigate, and the power to regulate use of firearms and explosives, among the few, these powers require adequate control mechanisms to ensure that these are consistently used in the interest of the public. These in tum entail a high degree of professionalism, observance of ethical practices, and good govemance to prevent the abuse of such powers. ‘The PNP recognizes the hard work and sacrifices of its predecessors in building a professional police organization which is being challenged In this era of perceived lack of integrity tamishing the good image of the institution, slowly eroding the ‘rust and confidence of the people and communities we have swom to serve and protect, and interfere with our continuing effort to attain reall and lasting transformation. 4, MISSION: The PNP shall launch the “Integrity Pledge" for all PNP leaders and individual personnel as part of the PNP Integrity Enhancement Program to ensure strict ‘adherence to the established PNP Ethical Doctrine and Code of Professional Conduct ‘and Ethical Standards and to conscientiously practice the concepts of honesty, integrity and professionalism in the delivery of police services. &. EXECUTION: ‘a. Concept of Operations This CMC shall apply to all PNP personnel (Uniformed and Non- Uniformed), from the top management level down to the individual personnel of every PNP officefunit nationwide. All PNP personnel shall sign their individual and leaders’ “Integrity Pledge” which shall symbolize their utmost commitment to ethical practices ‘and good govemance in the performance of thelr specific duties and responsibilities towards the attainment of the PNP’ vision of becoming highly capable, effective, and credible police service. In the attainment of the above-stated purposes, the following guidelines shall be implemented: 4) All PNP personnel at the National Headquarters, National Support Units, and all Police Regional Offices down to the Police Stations shall sign the “Integrity Pledge"; 2) For uniformity, “Integrity Pledge” formats for Leaders and Individuals are described in Annexes “A” and “B” respectively; and 3) The “Integrity Pledge” must be accomplished in triplicate copies for the parsonnel, his/her present office and IAS as the repository of all “Integrity Pledges." b. Tasks: 1) 1G,1AS a) Overall OPR in the implementation of this CMC; b) Monitor the proper implementation and compliance of this CMC; ©) Perform other tasks as directed. 2) DCPSM ; a) Assist IAS in monitoring the effective implementation of this CMC; and b) Perform other tasks as directed.3) TOPCR a) Promote awareness of the PNP’s Integrity Enhancement Program to internal and external stakeholders; and b) Perform other tasks as directed. 4) TOC a) Provide necessary fund support for the implementation of this CMC; and b) Perform other tasks as directed. 5) TOHROD a) Shall Monitor the conduct of training and Police Information Continuing Education (PICE) in accordance with the PNP's Integrity Enhancement Program; and b) Perform other tasks as directed. 6) Directors, D-Staff and P-Staff a) Ensure compliance to this CMC in their respective Directorates/offices; b) Conduct PICE on RA 6713, known as the “Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards of All Public Officials and Employees” in relation to this CMC and the “Integrity Pledge”; and c) Perform other tasks as directed. 7) Directors, NSUs, RDs, PROs, and other Heads of Offices/Supervisors a) Supervise and monitor the proper implementation of this CMC in their respective AORs; b) Conduct PICE on RA 6713, known as the “Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards of All Public Officials and Employees’ in relation to this CMC and the “Integrity Pledge"; ¢) Prepare and submit compliance report, through channels, to TCDS through IG, IAS two weeks after implementation of this CMC; and 4) Perform other tasks as directed. . Coordinating Instructions: 1) Heads of Offices/Units and Supervisors shall make sure that the “Integrity Pledge” shall be signed by all personnel, 2) The “integrity Pledge," shall form part of the PNP 201 File. A copy shall be maintained by the Chief, ARMD of the office/unit and another copy is submitted to IG, IAS; 3) Ensure strict compliance of the “Integrity Pledge" format provided to ensure standard; 4) Cascading of “Integrity Pledge" policy guidelines is enjoined; and 5) Lateral coordination is authorized. 6. EFFECTIVITY: This CMC shall take effect immediately. LEONARDO/ARIAS ESPINA(Copy Fumished: ‘Command Group SPAto SILG1 ze and accept my fundamental responsibility as Leader or Commander of leading my subordinates in enforcing laws; preventing and solving crimes; and maintaining public safety and internal security; and leading my Office/Unit in the proper implementation of the PNP P.A.T.R.O.L. Plan 2030 toward the attainment of the PNP’s vision to become a highly capable, effective and credible police service. | recognize that the hard work and sacrifices of our predecessors in building a professional police organization is being challenged in this era of perceived lack of integrity tarnishing the good image of the institution, slowly eroding the trust and confidence of the people and communities we have sworn to serve and protect, and interfere with our continuing effort to attain real and lasting transformation. As a Leader, | acknowledge my great responsibility to ‘lead by example’ in the fight against corruption and to perform our policing functions ethically and with integrity. So today, | hereby commit myself to lead and ensure collective commitment to ‘Integrity Revolution’ in my Office/Unit because | know that integrity matters more than ever ~ to the Almighty; to Me; to my Family; to our organization - the Philippine National Police; beloved country — the Philippines; and to the well-being of our fellowmen. With these | pledge: 1, To ensure that all personnel under my supervision will strictly adhere to the established PNP Ethical Doctrine and Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Standards and conscientiously practice the concepts of honesty, integrity, and professionalism in the delivery of police services; . To encourage personnel to act or behave with integrity and professionalism in all their dealings whether ‘on or off- duty’ as Police Officers living the PNP Core Values: Maka-Diyos, Maka-Bayan, Maka-Tao and Maka- Kalikasan and to always act for the good of everybody and put the interest of the organization above personal interest; |. To prohibit and never engage nor tolerate corrupt practices committed by co-workers, subordinates, supervisors, managers, suppliers, or anyone dealing with the PNP in any form in all activities and ensure to report without delay such practices to appropriate authorities, within and outside my Office/U |. Tom accurate and transparent financial reporting and establish appropriate internal systems and controls to prevent unethical conduct; ‘To conduct training programs and lead in the creation of key measures, control mechanisms and activities to promote transparency, honesty, integrity, accountability and ethical practice in the exercise of our duties and responsibilities and as part and parcel of my and my unit’s personnel balanced scorecard; To establish and maintain channels by which personnel and stakeholders can raise ethical concerns and report suspicious circumstances in full confidentiality and without risk of reprisal; designate an officer to conduct investigation; and, strictly implement disciplinary sanctions as warranted; To strictly abide by the provisions of Republic Act 9184 when dealing with procedures relating to the bidding and procurement of supplies, materials, equipment, construction and services, and will refrain from engaging with parties that are ‘blacklisted’ or those who have demonstrated unethical business practices; and, }. To support the PNP Integrity Enhancement Program and help promote the good image of the PNP at all times and in all places. So help me God! (Rank/Namé (Position/Designation/Unit);_—— (Date):I RITY PLEDGE, 4 recognize and accept my fundamental responsibility as member of the Philippine National Police, of enforcing laws; preventing and solving crimes; and maintaining public safety and internal security; and be an active part in the proper implementation of the PNP P.A.T.R.O.L. Plan 2030 for the attainment of the PNP’s vision to become a highly capable, effective and credible police service. | recognize that the hard work and sacrifices of our predecessors in buil ‘organization is being challenged in this era of perceived lack of integrity tarnishing the good image of the institution, slowly eroding the trust and confidence of the people and communities we have sworn to serve ‘and protect, and interfere with our continuing effort to attain real and lasting transformation. ‘Things change when people change. And so today, | hereby commit myself to ‘spark an Integrity Revolution’ because | know that integrity matters more than ever — to the Almighty; to Me; to my Family; to our organization - the Philippine National Police; to our beloved country ~ the Philippines; and to the well-being of my fellowmen. With these I pledge: 1, To strictly adhere to the established PNP Ethical Doctrine and Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Standards and conscientiously practice the concepts of honesty, integrity, and professionalism in the delivery of police service: To display integrity and professionalism in all my dealings throughout my career as a Police Officer living the PNP Core Values: Maka-Diyos, Maka-Bayan, Maka-Tao and Maka-Kalikasan; . To report without delay to appropriate authorities, within and outside the organization, and never tolerate corrupt practices in any form committed by co-workers, subordinates, supervisors, managers, suppliers, or anyone dealing with the PNP; |. To always act for the good of everybody and put the interest of the organization above personal interest; 3. To actively participate in the creation of key measures, control mechanisms and activities to ensure transparency, integrity and ethical practices as part and parcel of our personal balanced scorecards; To act as custodian and fully utilize all PNP resources under my care only for the accomplishment of the PNP’s mission; . To always make positive difference and help promote the good image of the PNP at all times and in all places; and, . To live each day as an exemplar of a responsible, decent, moral and professional Phil Police personnel. So help me Godt (Rank/Name):, (Position/Designation/Unit): (Date):