The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Thursday lauded the Philippine National Police (PNP) effort to promote responsible gun ownership through its
OPLAN KATOK. Quezon City policemen take stock of unlicensed or unregistered firearms they confiscated under “Oplan Katok,” a door-to-door operation meant to ferret out unauthorized gun owners in a bid to boost the city’s law and order condition.. Manny PalmeroThe Commission on Human Rights on Thursday lauded the Philippine National Police effort to promote responsible gun ownership through its “Oplan Katok.
“CHR equally recognizes the concerns raised, particularly by the Commission on Elections, over its implementation amidst the upcoming 2025 elections, where any law enforcement activity must be conducted with the utmost regard for due process to prevent any potential abuses,” it said.
It invoked Article III, Section 2 of the 1987 Constitution that explicitly protects individuals against unwarranted searches and seizures, affirming that law enforcement must operate within the bounds of legal and procedural safeguards. The CHR said to encourage firearm owners to renew their licenses or surrender unlicensed firearms is an important measure in upholding public safety.
“In line with this, we urge the PNP to ensure that all operations uphold the rights and dignity of individuals, without undue pressure or coercion. Transparency and strict adherence to constitutional rights are imperative to prevent perceptions of misuse or intimidation, particularly in the highly charged political climate of an election season,” it said.
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