The Department of Justice (DOJ) is serious in its efforts to safeguard human rights and thwart extra-judicial killings (EJKs), including other barbaric practices.

We guarantee that reforms are in place to change the mindset and attitude of erring law enforcers and make them responsible for their actions. We are taking all the necessary steps to strengthen the criminal justice system and hold to account the perpetrators of these violations.

We remind those in charge of the administration of justice that there are no shortcuts in enforcing peace and order. It is of primordial consideration that we, as responsible State enforcers, uphold the rule of law and resolve to protect and promote human rights.

The DOJ, as the principal law agency and legal counsel of the government, remains deeply committed to the administration’s thrust towards a Bagong Pilipinas — one that is safe, peaceful, and just.