11.3 Guidelines in Conducting Checkpoint
11.3 Guidelines in Conducting Checkpoint
11.3 Guidelines in Conducting Checkpoint
CHECKPOINTS
11.3 Guidelines
A pleasant day to all, especially to our brilliant Regional Training Director,
PSUPT JIMMY LAGUYO, sir….. to our distinguished Chief of the Applied
Training Affairs Branch, SPO3 Ralph D Dorado, sir, to our dynamic Chief of the
Academic Branch, Training Specialist 3 Rebecca B Huerva, Mam, to the rest of
the training staff, fellow law enforcers, classmates, ladies and gentlemen, Good
Morning…….
Today’s topic is about Rule No. 11.3 according to the Police Operational
Procedures Manual entitled Guidelines in the conduct of Checkpoint….
Guidelines are important because it serves as a general rule or principle in
conducting Checkpoint. Setting rules and objectives helps us safe from any legal
actions in dealing with civilians during the said checkpoint. Following these
simple guidelines will greatly benefit us, especially when dealing with hostile
situations.
First on the list is that, every Mobile Checkpoint, a marked police vehicle
should be used in order to establish authority against incoming civilian vehicles.
Ensure that the personnel are well informed of the laws, orders and regulation in
case violators should be apprehended. The team conducting the checkpoint
should be led by a Team Leader which will be under his sound discretion
whether there should be a female member in his team in case there is an
apprehension of a female suspect.
As previously discussed in Rule No. 11.2, the composition of the personnel
manning the checkpoint shall be composed of at least 8-man complement, with 3
verifiers, 1 spotter, 1 Team Leader, 1 profiler, 1 rear security and 1 advance
security. In case, drug case arises during the checkpoint, the team should have
immediate contact with the LGUs, Public Attorney’s Office or any member of the
Philippine Bar, and/or the media. Civilians are also encourage to join wherein
they are members of the Local Government Units, Civil Society Groups, Non-
Governmental Organizations, Business organizations, other civic groups, media
and other stakeholders. These civilians must also be in their organizations
uniform and will serve only as observers during said operations.
The location of the checkpoint should be well lighted with a noticeable
signage bearing the name of the PNP unit and the participating organization
visibly displayed in the checkpoint site.
Upon dealing with the motorists, traders and the commuters, due courtesy
should be accorded, explain to them why there is a checkpoint being conducted
and extend apology for causing their delay
If in case violators are found, the team should be knowledgeable in the
legal procedures in dealing with them. State their rights for their arrest, any
searches and seizures shall be within the ambit of the law. The team should take
note that their priority is their own safety and most especially that of the civilians
participating in the checkpoint operations.
The conduct of checkpoint is tasked not only in law enforcement and crime
deterrence but also to assist and provide assistance in the vicinity.
The team should provide their own logistical and financial requirements
and avoid from soliciting in any means such as in cash or in kind within the
people in the area. Always remember that any violations of such act are
accountable under the Doctrine of Command Responsibility.
Lastly, after a successful conduct of police checkpoint, the police and the
civilian component must separately submit their After Checkpoint Operation
Report to their respective units or organization.
A good follower is a good leader. Following these simple guidelines shall
contribute in establishing rapport in the neighborhood, free from any legal liability
and at the same time promoting peace in order in our community.
That’s all for today’s discussion and I hope that everyone should have a beautiful
morning to all ….Thank you very much…….