Professional Conduct and Ethical Standards (1).pdf

Apply the principles of ethics, morality, values, social
norms, and standards in law enforcement activities.
• Exhibit adherence to the Law Enforcement Code of
Professional Conduct and Ethical Standards
• Apply the Oath of Office for public officers and employees,
embodying the principles of the Code of Conduct and
Ethical Standards for government officials and employees
and Code of Conduct and Professional Ethical Standards
for Criminologists.

1. PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
AND ETHICAL
STANDARDS
Rizalene D. Tatad, RCrim

2. TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS
•Apply the principles of ethics, morality, values, social
norms, and standards in law enforcement activities.
•Exhibit adherence to the Law Enforcement Code of
Professional Conduct and Ethical Standards
•Apply the Oath of Office for public officers and employees,
embodying the principles of the Code of Conduct and
Ethical Standards for government officials and employees
and Code of Conduct and Professional Ethical Standards
for Criminologists.

3. •Comprehend the concept of ethics and its practical
application concerning the foundational principles of
human rights.

4. Ethics
-study and analysis of what constitutes good or bad
conduct
-study of the philosophy of human conducts, the basic
principle of right and wrong or set of system of moral
principles

5. Police Ethics
-practical science that treats the principle of human
morality and duty as applied to law enforcement
Professional Standards
-the set of conducts and behavior governing a group, a
class, or organization

6. Morals
-character and behavior from the point of view of
right and wrong
Classification of Actions According to the Norms of Morality
•Moral (Good) - in conformity with the norm of morality
•Immoral (Bad) - not in conformity with the norm of
morality
•Amoral ( Indifferent) - stand neutral in relation to the
norm of morality

7. Q. Police Captain Evans believes that it is prohibited in their
religion to cut trees during Holy Week. This is an example of
_____.
a. folkway
b. taboo
c. mores
d. norms
C

8. Social norms - unwritten rules that guide behavior within
groups
•Folkways - practices that determine how to behave in
social situations, often used to determine what behaviors
are considered rude
•Mores - strict rules regarding ethical and moral behavior
within a culture
•Taboos - very strict rules about what is totally prohibited
•Laws - formal rules with consequences

9. Q. What is the ability to govern and discipline oneself by
means of reason and sound judgment?
a. Discretion
b. Endurance
c. Fortitude
d. Prudence
D

10. 4 CARDINAL VIRTUES
A.Prudence - abilityto govern and discipline oneself by
means of reason and sound judgment.
B.Temperance - ability to moderate or avoid something.
C.Justice -virtue that inclines the will to give to each one of
his rights.

11. D.Fortitude -firmness of mind; courage to endure
without yielding
1. Patience -calmness and composure in enduring
something
2.Perseverance -ability to go on despite of the obstacles
and opposition
3.Endurance -it is the ability to last.

12. Q. What is considered as the highest form of love in the PNP
hierarchy of police values?
a. Love of women
b. Love of God
c. Selfless love for people
d. Love of country
B

13. Police Officer’s Creed
•I believe in God
-Supreme Being, Great Provider, Creator of all men
and everything dear to me; obeying His word, seeking
His guidance in the performance of duties
•I believe that respect for authority is a duty
-uphold the Constitution and laws of land; recognize the
legitimacy and authority of the leadership; obey legal
orders
•I believe in selfless love and service to people
-commit to the service of fellowmen over and above
my personal interest

14. •I believe in the sanctity of marriage and family life
-example of decency and morality; high regard for
marital fidelity
•I believe in the responsible dominion and stewardship over
material things
-inhibit from extravagance and ostentatious display of
material things; respect private and public properties
and prevent others from destroying them; help protect
the environment
•I believe in the wisdom of truthfulness
-trustworthy and shall uphold the truth at all times

15. Which of these is not included in the PNP core values?
a. Excellence
b. Love of God
c. Selfless love and service for people
d. Sanctity of marriage and family life
A

16. Values
-principle or quality that is intrinsically desirable
-the priorities that an individual gives to the elements in his
life and career based on his ethics, morality and integrity

17. PNP Core Values
•Love of god
•Selfless love and service to people
•Respect for authority
•Respect for women and the sanctity of marriage
•Responsible dominion and stewardship over material
things
•Truthfulness

18. Q. Which of these clearly identifies the status of a police
officer as a person?
a. Power
b. Law
c. Police
d. Uniform
D

19. Five characteristics of a police officer’s job
•The Uniform - sets the officer apart; clearly identifies his or
her status as a police officer
•The Power - a walking symbol of government power
•The Working Hours - work rotating shifts
•The Danger - deal with several issues, situations, and
problems; must always be vigilant and ready
•The Dirty Work – deal with dead bodies, crimes, crime
victims, criminals, automobile accidents and other aspects
of society

20. Q. It is the law on Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for
Public Officials and Employees
a.Republic Act 6713
b.Republic Act 3019
c.Republic Act 7080
d.Presidential Decree No. 46
A

21. •RELATED LAWS
Republic Act 6713
-Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials
and Employees
Republic Act 3019
-Anti Graft and Corrupt Practices Act
Republic Act 7080
-An Act Defining and Penalizing the Crime of Plunder
Presidential Decree No. 46
-Making it punishable for public officials and employees to
receive, and for private persons to give gifts on any
occasions, including Christmas

22. Q. Which of these means that public officials must serve
with justness and sincerity?
a. Remain true to the people at all times.
b. Perform duties with the highest degree of excellence.
c. Provide service to everyone without unfair discrimination.
d. Extend prompt, courteous, and adequate service to the
public.
A

23. RA 6713
Norms of Conduct of Public Officials and Employees
•Commitment to public interest - uphold public interest
above personal interest; use resources efficiently
•Professionalism - perform duties with highest degree of
excellence, professionalism, intelligence and skill
•Justness and sincerity - true to the people; not discriminate;
respect the rights of others
•Political neutrality - provide service to without
discrimination and regardless of party affiliation

24. •Responsiveness to the public – extend prompt, courteous,
and adequate service
•Nationalism and patriotism - loyal to the Republic;
maintain and defend Philippine sovereignty
•Commitment to democracy – public accountability;
uphold the Constitution
•Simple living – lead modest lives; not indulge in
extravagant or ostentatious display of wealth

25. Q. As a general rule, public officials are not permitted or
allowed to engage in any other business or calling to avoid
_____.
a. bribery
b. moonlighting
c. neglect of duty
d. misconduct
B

26. Prohibited Acts and Transactions
•Financial and material interest
•Outside employment and other activities related thereto
•Disclosure and/or misuse of confidential information
•Solicitation or acceptance of gifts

27. Q. Members of the PNP acting in a manner that would
reflect best on the PNP and live by the PNP’s core values is
displaying:
a.Career Management
b.Police Lifestyle
c.PNP Image
d.Setting Example
C

28. PNP Basic Issues
•PNP Image – members should act in a manner that
would reflect best on the PNP and live by the PNP’s core
values
•Career Management, the Key to Professionalism – will
greatly enhance the personnel professionalization process
with regards to procurement, training, promotion,
assignment, placement, awards and retirement

29. •Police Management Leadership – effectiveness is reflective
of the managerial capabilities and competent leadership
of the men and women who run the PNP organization
•Equality In the Service – judicious and equitable
distribution of opportunity to prove one’s worth in the
police service
-requires adherence to the rule on merit and fitness
system
-will create an atmosphere of demoralization

30. •Delicadeza - must have the moral courage to sacrifice self-
interest
•Police Lifestyle - promote and maintain a lifestyle for its
members which the public will find credible and
respectable
-free from greed corruption and exploitation
•Political Patronage - inhibit from soliciting political
patronage on matters pertaining to assignment, award,
training and promotion
•Setting Example - set good example to their subordinates
and follow good example from the superiors

31. PNP Basic Issues
• PNP Image
• Career Management
• Police Management Leadership
• Equality in the Service
• Delicadeza
• Police Lifestyle
• Political Patronage
• Setting Example

32. Which of these issues greatly enhances person-nel
professionalism process with regards to pro-curement,
training, promotion, assignment, placement, awards and
retirement?
a. Career pattern
b. Basic management
c. Management leadership
d. Career management
D

33. Q. Police officers must conduct themselves properly at all
times in keeping with the rules and regulations of the
organization
a.Discipline
b.Delicadeza
c.Loyalty
d.Obedience to superiors
A

34. Police Professional Conduct
•Commitment to Democracy - commit themselves to the
democratic way of life and maintain the principle of public
accountability
-uphold the Constitution and be loyal to our country,
people and organization, above their loyalty to any
person
• Commitment to Public Interest - uphold public interest
over and above personal interest
-avoid and prevent the “malversation” of human
resources, government time, property and fund

35. •Non-Partisanship - provide services to everyone without
discrimination regardless of party affiliation
•Physical Fitness and Health - strive to be physically and
mentally fit and in good health at all times
•Secrecy Discipline - guard the confidentiality of classified
information against unauthorized disclosure

36. •Social Awareness - members and immediate family
members be encouraged to actively get involved in
religious, social and civic activities to enhance the image of
the organization without affecting their official duties
•Non- Solicitation of Patronage - seek self-improvement
through career development
-not directly or indirectly solicit influence or
recommendation from politicians, high ranking
government officials prominent citizens

37. •Proper Care and Use of Public Property - promote and
maintain sense of responsibility in the protection, proper
care and judicious disposition and use of public property
-a taboo for outgoing Commander to detach, remove
and bring home or to his new assignment properties
which do not personally belong to him
•Respect for Human Rights – shall not inflict, instigate or
tolerate extra-judicial killings, arbitrary arrests, any act of
torture or other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or
punishment

38. •Devotion to Duty - perform duties with dedication
thoroughness, efficiency enthusiasm and determination
-refrain from engaging in any activity which shall be
conflict with their duties as public servants
•Conservation of Natural Resources - help in the
development and conservation of our natural resources for
ecological balance and posterity
•Discipline - conduct themselves properly at all times in
keeping with the rules and regulations of the organization
•Loyalty - loyal to the Constitution and the police service as
manifested by their loyalty to their superiors peers and
subordinates as well

39. •Obedience to Superiors - obey lawful orders of and be
courteous to superior officers
-readily accept whenever they are assigned anywhere in
the country
•Command Responsibility - immediate Commanders shall
be responsible for the effective supervision, control and
direction of their personnel
-all government resources shall be used in accordance
with laws and safeguard against losses thru illegal or
improper disposition

40. Police Professional Conduct
• Commitment to Democracy
• Commitment to Public Interest
• Non-Partisanship
• Physical Fitness and Health
• Secrecy Discipline
• Social Awareness
• Non-Solicitation of Patronage

41. • Proper Care and Use of Public Property
• Respect for Human Rights
• Devotion to Duty
• Conservation of Natural Resources
• Discipline
• Loyalty
• Obedience to Superiors
• Command Responsibility

42. Q. This is an ethical standard that requires all PNP members
to follow logical procedures in accomplishing their duties in
order to minimize waste of time, money and efforts.
a.Morality
b.Justice
c.Humility
d.Orderliness
D

43. Ethical Standards
-established and generally accepted moral values
•Morality - adhere to high standards of morality and
decency and shall set good examples for others to follow
-not to be involved as owners, operators, managers or
investors in any house of ill-repute or illegal gambling
den or other places devoted to vices, nor they shall
patronize such places and tolerate operations
-faithful to their lawfully wedded spouses

44. •Judicious Use of Authority – exercise proper and legitimate
use of authority in the performance of duty.
•Integrity – not allow themselves to be victims of corruption
and dishonest practices
•Justice – strive constantly to respect the rights of others so
that they can fulfill their duties and exercise their rights as
human beings, parents, children, citizens, workers, leaders,
or in other capacities
•Humility – public servants and not the masters of the
people
-perform duties without attracting attention or
expecting the applause of others

45. •Orderliness – follow original procedures in accomplishing
tasks assigned to them to minimize waste in the use of
time, money and effort
•Perseverance – take legitimate means to achieve the goal
even in the face of internal or external difficulties, and
despite anything which might weaken their resolve in the
course of time

46. Ethical Standards
• Morality
• Judicious Use of Authority
• Integrity
• Justice
• Humility
• Orderliness
• Perseverance

47. Q. Refers to the bodies of belief, stories, customs and usage
handed down from generation to generation with the effect
of an unwritten law
a.Social Decorum
b.Tradition
c.Customs
d.Ceremony
B

48. CUSTOMS AND TRADITIONS
•Customs - established usage or social practices carried on
by tradition that have obtained the force of law
•Traditions – bodies of beliefs, stories, customs and usages
handed down from generation to generation with the
effect of an unwritten law
•Courtesy – manifestation of expression of consideration
and respect for others
•Ceremony – set of formal acts established by customs or
authority as proper to special occasion
•Social Decorum – set of norms and standards practiced by
members during social activities and other functions

49. Q. What is the usual greeting rendered by uniformed
members upon meeting and recognizing person entitled to?
a. Salute
b. Verbal greeting
c. Shaking hands
d. Bowling of heads
A

50. Police Customs on Courtesy
•Salute – symbol of respect and tribute to a superior police
officer as well as to public officials and dignitaries.
•Salute to National Color and Standard – when the
national color is raised or lowered during ceremonies
•Address/Title – “sir” or “ma’am”
•Courtesy of the Post – host unit extends hospitality to
visiting personnel
•Rank Has-Its-Own Privilege (RHIP) – different ranks carry
with them corresponding privileges

51. Police Customs on Courtesy
•Salute
•Salute to National Color and Standard
•Address/Title
•Courtesy of the Post
•Rank Has-Its-Own Privilege (RHIP)

52. •Courtesy Calls
a.Courtesy Call of Newly Assigned/Appointed Member
– newly appointed or assigned in a unit or command
for accounting and orientation
b.Christmas Call – pay a Christmas Call
c.New Year’s Call
d.Promotion Call – given due recognition and
congratulations
e.Exit Call – when relieved or reassigned out of the said
unit or command

53. •Courtesy Calls
a.Courtesy Call of Newly Assigned/Appointed Member
b.Christmas Call
c.New Year’s Call
d.Promotion Call
e.Exit Call

54. PBGEN Pinaglabanan is due to relinquish his po-sition as
Provincial Director of Laguna in favor of PLTCOL Castor.
What police customs on cere-mony shall be observed?
a. Honor ceremony
b. Transfer of position ceremony
c. Turn-over ceremony
d. Farewell to the troops ceremony
C

55. Police Customs on Ceremonies
• Flag Raising Ceremony
• Flag Retreat Ceremony
• Half-Mast – in deference to deceased uniformed
members of the command
• Funeral Service and Honors – departed uniformed
members are given vigil, necrological services and
graveside honors as a gesture of farewell
• Ceremony Tendered to Retiree – in recognition of their
long, faithful and honorable service
• Honor Ceremony – arrival and departure of visiting
dignitaries

56. • Turn-Over Ceremony – relinquishment and assumption of
command or key position
• Wedding Ceremony
• Anniversary – birth of institutional establishment of a
command or unit

57. Police Customs on Ceremonies
• Flag Raising Ceremony
• Flag Retreat Ceremony
• Half-Mast
• Funeral Service and Honors
• Ceremony Tendered to Retiree
• Honor Ceremony
• Turn-Over Ceremony
• Wedding Ceremony
• Anniversary

58. Q. When walking, police personnel are expected to walk:
a.With honor and pride
b.With humility
c.With pride and dignity
d.With head hailed high
C

59. Police Customs on Social Decorum
•Proper Attire – appropriate and proper attire in
conformity with the occasion
•Table Manners – observe table etiquette at all times
•Social Graces – conduct themselves properly in dealing
with people during social functions
•Uniform/Appearance – disciplined PNP members are best
exemplified by those who are neat in appearance and
wearing the prescribed uniform
•Manner of Walking – walk with pride and dignity

60. Police Customs on Social Decorum
•Proper Attire
•Table Manners
•Social Graces
•Uniform/Appearance
•Manner of Walking

61. Q. Any other day suitable for the occasion, where PNP
members gather together at their PNP club for a light
hearted jesting or airing minor gripes.
a.Happy Hours
b.Lunch of time hours
c.Off hours
d.After wok hours
A

62. Other Police Customs:
•Visiting the Sick - visit members who are sick in order that
their needs are attended to
•Survivor Assistance of Heir of Deceased Members - render
maximum assistance to bereaved family
•Visiting the Religious Leaders - visit religious leaders to
establish or maintain rapport and cooperation
•Athletics - indulge in physical fitness activities
•Happy Hours - usually on Friday; members gather
together for a light hearted jesting or airing of minor gripes

63. Other Police Customs:
•Visiting the Sick
•Survivor Assistance of Heir of Deceased Members
•Visiting the Religious Leaders
•Athletics
•Happy Hours

64. Q. This is sacrificing their limbs and lives for the sake of their
countrymen whom they have pledged to serve
a.Valor
b.Patriotism
c.Discipline
d.Camaraderie
A

65. Police Tradition
•Spiritual Beliefs - attend religious services together with
the members of their family
•Valor - sacrificed their limbs and lives for the sake of their
countrymen whom they have pledged to serve
•Patriotism - manifest their love of country with a pledge of
allegiance to the flag and a vow to defend the constitution
•Discipline - manifested by instinctive obedience to lawful
orders and thorough and spontaneous actions towards
attainment of organizational objectives guided by moral,
ethical and legal norm

66. •Gentlemanliness - upright in character, gentle in manners,
dignified in appearance, and sincere in their concern to
fellowmen
•Word of Honor - word is their bond, they stand by and
commit to uphold it
•Duty - readily accept assignment anywhere in the country
•Loyalty - loyal to the organization, country and people as
borne by history and practice.
•Camaraderie - the binding spirit that enhances teamwork
and cooperation in the police organization, extending to
the people they serve, manifested by deep commitment
and concern for one another.

67. Police Tradition
• Spiritual Beliefs
• Valor
• Patriotism
• Discipline
• Gentlemanliness
• Word of Honor
• Duty
• Loyalty
• Camaraderie

68. Q. In case of conflict in the practice of customs and traditions
on one hand and in the performance of duties on the other,
one that shall prevail is ________.
a.Customs
b.Traditions
c.Performance of Duties
d.Written orders
C

69. DEVIANCE
-behavior inconsistent with norms, values or ethics
Types:
1.Police corruption
2.Police Gratuity
3.Police Perjury
4.Police Brutality
5.Police Profanity
6.Sex on Duty or Duty Related
7.Sleep on Duty
8.Drinking and Abusing Drugs On or Off Duty
9.Misuse of Confidential Information

70. Police corruption
-the abuse of authority by taking advantage to his gain
and benefits.
Category of Corrupt Police Officer
•Grass eaters (vegetarian cops)
-engaged in minor type of corruption
•Meat eaters (carnivorous cops)
-actively seek out corruption opportunities and engaged
in both minor and major patterns of corruption

71. Police gratuity
-receipt of free meals, services or discount or involve of
financial reward or gain
Police perjury
-leaving out certain pertinent pieces of information in
order to fix it by testifying untruthful and lying in court
Police brutality
-excessive use force, excessive violence, to an extreme
degree which does not support a legitimate police
function
Police profanity
-abusive language that are patently offensive

72. Q. What is the improper performance of some act, which
might lawfully have done?
a. malfeasance
b. misfeasance
c. nonfeasance
d. neglect of duty
B

73. •Malfeasance - doing an act prohibited by law or doing an
act ought not to be done
•Misfeasance - improper or irregular performance of an act
•Nonfeasance - non performance, failure or refusal to do
an act which one is required to do

74. Arresting a suspect without a warrant of arrest may
tantamount to _____.
a. neglect of duty
b. nonfeasance
c. malfeasance
d. misfeasance
D

75. •Incompetence - lack of adequate ability and fitness for the
satisfactory performance of police duties
•Oppression - act of cruelty, severity, unlawful execution,
domination, or excessive use of authority
•Dishonesty - concealment or distortion of truth
•Disloyalty to the Government - abandonment or
renunciation of one’s loyalty to the Government
•Violation of Law - conviction in court of any crime or
offense

76. Police Officer’s Pledge
1.I will love and serve God, my country and people
2.I will uphold the Constitution and obey legal orders of the
duly constituted authorities
3.I will oblige myself to maintain a high standard of
morality and professionalism
4.I will respect the customs and traditions of the police
service
5.I will live a decent and virtuous life to serve as an
example to others

78. Q. Which international document containing 30 articles on
basic rights and freedoms of all people which was
passed/adopted by the UN General Assembly on December
10, 1948?
a. United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child
b. Universal Declaration of Human Rights
c. United Nations Convention on Civil and Political Rights
d. United Nations Convention on Human Rights
B

79. Foundational Principles of Human Rights
1.Universality - apply to everyone, everywhere, without
exception
2.Inalienability - cannot be taken away
3.Indivisibility & Interdependence - enjoyment of one right
often depends on the fulfillment of another
4.Equality and Non-discrimination - treated equally
5.Accountability and Rule of Law - those in power must be
held responsible for respecting, protecting, and fulfilling
human rights

80. Q. A criminologist reports a colleague who is practicing
without proper registration. Which ethical duty is being
demonstrated?
a. Advocacy for the Criminology Profession
b. Commitment to Lifelong Learning
c. Demeanor toward Professional Colleagues
d. Allegiance to the Organization
A

81. Code of Ethical and Professional Conduct of Philippine
Registered Criminologists
DUTIES TO SOCIETY
1.Respect for Law – obey laws of land
a.Legal and moral conduct
b.Adhere to the rule of law
c.Respect human rights

82. 2.Public Service and Social Responsibility – uphold public
interest; fairness; model; prompt service without
discrimination; contribute to well-being of people
a.Act with dignity, fairness and sincerity
b.Role model to the community
c.Contribute through research and extension

83. 3.Personal Integrity and Honesty –
a.Maintain integrity and honest conduct
b.Avoid misrepresentation of qualification
c.Avoid conflict of interest

84. Duties to the Criminology Profession
1. Advocacy to the Criminology Profession
a.Protect the profession from unqualified persons
b.Manifest enthusiasm and dedication
c.Faithfull observe their oath
d.Abide by the code of ethics
e.Not engage in plagiarism
f.Maintain commitment to scientific principles
g.Maintain vigilance in ensuring protection
h.Act with professionalism
i.Strong commitment to profession by participating
j.Maintain independence from pressure

85. 2.Demeanor towards Professional Colleagues – courtesy,
fairness and candor
a.Recognize expertise
b.Collaborate with colleagues
c.Display respect – no abusive language
d.Refrain from undermining honor of fellow
Criminologists

86. 3.Commitment to Life-long Learning
a.Keep abreast with current trends
b.Engage in reskilling and upskilling
c.Micro-credentialing
d.Pursue career progression

87. DUTIES TO CLIENTS
1.Demeanor towards clients
a.Observe fairness
b.Recognize the welfare of students and institution
c.PDLs are treated humanely
d.Charge reasonable professional fees
e.Confidentiality

88. 2. Professionalism in the Practice
a.Shall not commit prohibited acts
b.Refrain from involvement in unlawful acts
c.Not commit plagiarism
d.no using of false statement or claim
e.Not engage in activities that may result to conflict of
interest
f.Not engage in practice with expired or revoked ID
g.Not use the seal, pin, badge or ID to foreigners
h.Not tolerate illegal practice

89. Q. To prevent wasting public funds, all government
properties, resources, and powers of their separate offices
must be used properly, honestly, and efficiently. What ethical
conduct is being referred to?
a. Commitment to public duty
b. Commitment to public interest
c. Commitment to public service
d. Commitment to democracy

90. Q. Tambi falsely claims to have patented a fingerprint
lifting device and published it in his journal. Which ethical
provision is violated?
a. Avoid disclosing confidential data.
b. Avoid involvement in unauthorized practices.
c. Not to take credit for any work created by others.
d. Avoid actions that could lead to conflicting interests.

91. Q. It is a State policy to promote high standard of ethics in
public service. Which of the following in whom public officials
and employees shall at all times be accountable?
a. Electorate
b. People
c. President
d. Government

92. Q. When drafting cybercrime laws, the government wants
to protect freedom of expression while maintaining national
security. Which human rights principles should guide the
government?
a. Universality and Inalienability
b. Accountability and the Rule of Law
c. Participation and Empowerment
d. Equality and Non-Discrimination

93. Q. Patrolman Juaquin sought the help of the municipal
mayor for his reassignment. Which ethical standard did Pat
Jaime violate?
a. Electioneering
b. Non-solicitation of political patronage
c. Fairness and justice
d. Simple misconduct

94. Q. Agencies with basic autonomy have ethical dimension
along with the other factors and if these things should
compete as to what is important, which should be prioritized?
a. National stability
b. Human rights
c. Religious beliefs
d. Economic wealth

95. Q. It is one of the oath of officers to “support and defend
the Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines”, as a
criminologist, what will you prioritize when legal duties
conflict with political order?
a. Compliance with agency orders to preserve professional
loyalty.
b. Avoidance of conflict by remaining silent on legal
controversies.
c. Cooperation with political leaders for practical
governance.
d. Obedience to constitutional principles over institutional
pressures.

96. Q. Patrolman Macapuno volunteered as facilitator in the
scheduled community forum, assured his presence and
showed up as promised. Which value is being impressed by
Pat Macapuno?
a. Perseverance
b. Word of Honor
c. Integrity
d. Prudence

97. A police chief decides to publicly acknowledge and apologize
for past discriminatory practices by the department. This
action demonstrates _____.
a. cultural sensitivity
b. responsibility
c. accountability
d. ethical dilemma

98. Q. The bare minimum of universal norms, values, and
attitudes is global ethics. Which is NOT an ethical principle of
human rights?
a. Indivisible
b. Universal and inalienable
c. Passive and forgiving
d. Interdependent and interrelated

99. Q. Carding claims full credit for work done by the whole
group in a project. Which ethical principle is violated?
a. Confidentiality and professional privacy.
b. Participation in lifelong professional learning.
c. Commitment for accurate reporting.
d. Collaboration and fairness among colleagues.

100. The Police Officers Creed of the PNP states that, "I will oblige
myself to maintain a high standard of morality…” Which
BEST exemplified this
a. Offsetting of overtime with undertime in reporting.
b. Shoulder the expenditures of the office.
c. Being faithful to one's spouse.
d. Obeying all orders.

101. What does the oath to “support and defend the Constitution
of the Republic of the Philippines” require a criminologist to
prioritize when legal duties conflict with political directives?
a. Compliance with agency orders to preserve professional
loyalty.
b. Avoidance of conflict by remaining silent on legal
controversies.
c. Cooperation with political leaders for practical
governance.
d. Obedience to constitutional principles over institutional
pressures.

102. One team member in a criminology project claims full credit
for work done by the whole group. Which ethical principle is
MOST directly violated?
a. Confidentiality and professional privacy.
b. Participation in lifelong professional learning.
c. Commitment for accurate reporting.
d. Collaboration and fairness among colleagues.

103. While working in a forensic laboratory, Jaime is pressured by
a client to alter physical evidence to influence the outcome of
a case. According to the Criminology Code of Ethics, what
should Jaime do?
a. Focus on the values of honor and service as general
guidance.
b. Comply discreetly to maintain a professional relationship.
c. Refuse and uphold scientific integrity and objectivity.
d. Seek advice from a colleague before taking any action

104. Q. To prevent wasting public funds, all government
properties, resources, and powers of their separate offices
must be used properly, honestly, and efficiently. What ethical
conduct is being referred to?
a. Commitment to public duty
b. Commitment to public interest
c. Commitment to public service
d. Commitment to democracy
B

105. Q. Tambi falsely claims to have patented a fingerprint
lifting device and published it in his journal. Which ethical
provision is violated?
a. Avoid disclosing confidential data.
b. Avoid involvement in unauthorized practices.
c. Not to take credit for any work created by others.
d. Avoid actions that could lead to conflicting interests.
C

106. Q. It is a State policy to promote high standard of ethics in
public service. Which of the following in whom public officials
and employees shall at all times be accountable?
a. Electorate
b. People
c. President
d. Government
B

107. Q. When drafting cybercrime laws, the government wants
to protect freedom of expression while maintaining national
security. Which human rights principles should guide the
government?
a. Universality and Inalienability
b. Accountability and the Rule of Law
c. Participation and Empowerment
d. Equality and Non-Discrimination
B

108. Q. Patrolman Juaquin sought the help of the municipal
mayor for his reassignment. Which ethical standard did Pat
Jaime violate?
a. Electioneering
b. Non-solicitation of political patronage
c. Fairness and justice
d. Simple misconduct
B

109. Q. Agencies with basic autonomy have ethical dimension
along with the other factors and if these things should
compete as to what is important, which should be prioritized?
a. National stability
b. Human rights
c. Religious beliefs
d. Economic wealth
B

110. Q. It is one of the oath of officers to “support and defend
the Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines”, as a
criminologist, what will you prioritize when legal duties
conflict with political order?
a. Compliance with agency orders to preserve professional
loyalty.
b. Avoidance of conflict by remaining silent on legal
controversies.
c. Cooperation with political leaders for practical
governance.
d. Obedience to constitutional principles over institutional
pressures. D

111. Q. Patrolman Macapuno volunteered as facilitator in the
scheduled community forum, assured his presence and
showed up as promised. Which value is being impressed by
Pat Macapuno?
a. Perseverance
b. Word of Honor
c. Integrity
d. Prudence
B

112. A police chief decides to publicly acknowledge and apologize
for past discriminatory practices by the department. This
action demonstrates _____.
a. cultural sensitivity
b. responsibility
c. accountability
d. ethical dilemma
C

113. Q. The bare minimum of universal norms, values, and
attitudes is global ethics. Which is NOT an ethical principle of
human rights?
a. Indivisible
b. Universal and inalienable
c. Passive and forgiving
d. Interdependent and interrelated
C

114. Q. Carding claims full credit for work done by the whole
group in a project. Which ethical principle is violated?
a. Confidentiality and professional privacy.
b. Participation in lifelong professional learning.
c. Commitment for accurate reporting.
d. Collaboration and fairness among colleagues.
D

115. The Police Officers Creed of the PNP states that, "I will oblige
myself to maintain a high standard of morality…” Which
BEST exemplified this
a. Offsetting of overtime with undertime in reporting.
b. Shoulder the expenditures of the office.
c. Being faithful to one's spouse.
d. Obeying all orders.
C

116. While working in a forensic laboratory, Jaime is pressured by
a client to alter physical evidence to influence the outcome of
a case. According to the Criminology Code of Ethics, what
should Jaime do?
a. Focus on the values of honor and service as general
guidance.
b. Comply discreetly to maintain a professional relationship.
c. Refuse and uphold scientific integrity and objectivity.
d. Seek advice from a colleague before taking any action
C