Human Rights Based Policing

HUMAN RIGHTS-
BASED POLICING
OUTLINE
1. What is HR-based Policing (HRBP)?
2. Characteristics of HR-based Policing
3. 10 Basic International Human Rights
Standards for Law Enforcement
4. PANTHER Principles of Human
Rights
1. What is HR-based Policing?
 is the comprehensive, systematic, and
institutional compliance with
international human rights standards
and practices in the conduct of police or
law enforcement functions.
 aims to ensure that police officers
respect, protect, and fulfill the human
rights of all individuals, including
suspects, victims, and witnesses.
2. Characteristics of HRBP
1. Strict Observance of Police Policies and
Operational Procedures
 Violations of human rights often occur when
police officers fail to adhere to established
policies and procedures.
 Following proper procedures not only
upholds human rights but also strengthens
the legal case against suspects, promoting
justice. Eg Miranda Warning
2. Adherence to National/Domestic and

International Laws, Treaties, Standards,
and Protocols on Human Rights.
 Despite differences in legal systems and
crime contexts, awareness of international
standards serves as a basis for enhancing the
PNP's organizational philosophy,
infrastructure, training, and operational
procedures.
Eg. PNP’s Non-Lethal Force Doctrine is
based on International standards on the
Use of Force and Non-Lethal Weapons
3. Professional Competence and

Courteous Service
 Professionalcompetence is crucial
for preventing human rights violations,
emphasizing calibrated force use and
adherence to legal standards.
 Upholding human rights parallels
the Golden Rule, promoting respectful
interactions between police and
citizens.
4. Respect for Rule of Law and Civilian

Supremacy
 law enforcement actions must always be
within legal boundaries. Any action
outside the law can be deemed criminal
or an abuse of authority.
 Article II, Section 1 of the 1987
Philippine Constitution states that
"Sovereignty resides in the people and all
government authority emanates from
them."
5. Pro-Democracy and Pro-Citizen

seeks greater participation by the
community in maintaining peace and
order
 Police responsiveness to
community needs, achieved through
dialogue and consultation, fosters
effective problem-solving (partnership).
3. PANTHER Principles of Human Rights
P: Participation
A: Accountability
N: Non-discrimination
T: Transparency
H: Human Dignity
E: Empowerment
R: Rule of Law
P: Participation
The PNP conducts multi-sector
consultations, and other similar activities
that encourage different sectors of
society to participate in the process of
policy/action planning and other activities
related to public safety, law enforcement,
and the protection of human rights.
A: Accountability
 The PNP's accountability stems from
its duty to serve and protect the public.
 All police actions should be conducted
with professionalism and efficiency, and
that outcomes meet the community's
needs. e.g. Transparency measures like
publishing police reports and IAS investigations .
N: Non-discrimination
 Providing police service to all persons
without any bias or prejudice.
 The PNP must serve all persons with
utmost professionalism, and respect
regardless of age, sex, race or ethnic
origin, gender orientation, social and
economic status, or any other status.
T: Transparency
 The PNP, as much as practicable and
without risk to national security or public
safety, allows the public to gain access to
policies, plans, documents, rules and
regulations, and other information that
affects their safety, security, and well-
being. E.g. PIO, blotters, wearing of
uniform
H: Human Dignity
 PNP values the inherent and immutable
dignity of every person at all times.
 Provision of special services that meet
the unique needs of the poor, vulnerable,
and marginalized sectors f society. e.g.
health and safety of those under the
custody; respect detainees and visitors
E: Empowerment
 Acknowledgement and full respect
for people’s capacity to think and act
freely for and on their own behalf for
the purpose of identifying solutions to
problems.
e.g. PCR activities such as Pulong-pulong:
active participants in looking for solutions
R: Rule of Law
 Observance of the principles and values of
justice, equity, fairness, and impartiality in all
actions related to law enforcement and public
safety.
 Respect for legal procedures, human rights
principles, as well as the enforcement of human
rights laws, treaties, and protocols are good
examples of respect for the principle of Rule of
Law.

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HUMAN RIGHTS-

2. Adherence to National/Domestic and

3. Professional Competence and

4. Respect for Rule of Law and Civilian

5. Pro-Democracy and Pro-Citizen

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