Adherence to Human Rights-Based Policing (HRBP) of Police Personnel: Community Perspective
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https://doi.org/10.67669/facci0028Keywords:
Human rights-based policing, community perception, police ethics, police misconduct, law enforcement, Laoag CityAbstract
This study evaluated community perceptions in Laoag City regarding police adherence to human rights-based policing and the factors driving potential violations. Using a descriptive-quantitative design, data were collected from 158 community members via a survey grounded in the PNP Human Rights-Based Policing (HRBP) Manual. Results indicate that officers are perceived to “always” adhere to human rights standards; however, while compliance with internal police procedures was rated highest, adherence to international human rights standards was notably lower. Despite these positive marks, the study identified significant personal, professional, and social stressors that influence the likelihood of misconduct. Notably, professional factors exerted the strongest influence, with the inability to exercise maximum tolerance emerging as the sole “highly influential” factor. These findings suggest that while a commitment to human rights exists, systemic gaps in training, supervision, and accountability remain. The study concludes that multi-level interventions, including institutional reforms and sustained community engagement, are vital to bridging the gap between policy and practice.
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