Question & AnswerQ&A (NAPOLCOM Resolution NO. 2010-320)
The Code is titled as the Code of Conduct for Officials and Employees of the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM).
The core values are honesty, integrity, and dedication.
It applies to all officials and employees of the Commission, regardless of the nature or status of appointments, including permanent, temporary, contractual, on-the-job training, or detailed service from other government agencies or consultants during regular working hours.
No relative within the third civil degree of consanguinity or affinity shall be employed in the same office/unit, especially with supervision or control relationship. If marriage occurs between personnel in the same office where one supervises the other, reassignment or transfer may be recommended to ensure impartiality.
NAPOLCOM maintains a no-gift policy. Officials and employees are prohibited from soliciting or accepting gifts, donations, or sponsorships directly or indirectly if it may influence or appear to influence their official functions, particularly from entities transacting with the NAPOLCOM.
It encourages officials and employees to disclose wrongdoing and protects whistleblowers from retaliation. Whistleblowers who meet specific requirements are entitled to confidentiality, protections against disciplinary actions, and possible incentives or commendations.
Grievances should first be addressed verbally with the immediate supervisor. If unresolved, a written grievance can be submitted up the administrative chain and eventually to the Vice-Chairman-Executive Officer who will refer it to the Grievance Committee. Appeals from decisions may be elevated to the Civil Service Commission.
Personnel must maintain integrity by avoiding any conduct that breaches public trust, exercise transparency in transactions, uphold confidentiality of official records, conduct themselves with dignity in dealings with the public, and avoid any expectation or solicitation of material gain in exchange for services.
Violations may result in administrative sanctions in accordance with Republic Act No. 6713 (Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees) and Republic Act No. 9485 (Anti-Red Tape Act of 2007), without prejudice to criminal or civil charges if warranted.
Outside employment is generally prohibited without proper authorization. Private practice or additional employment must be done outside official hours with no negative impact on official duties. Post-employment, former personnel are prohibited for one year from engaging in transactions involving pending NAPOLCOM matters related to their former position.