Code of Judicial Conduct / Ethics
SECTION 3. Effectivity. This Code shall take effect after 15 calendar days after publication in the Official Gazette or two newspapers of general circulation and posting on the Supreme Court website.
REVISED OATH OF OFFICE
(for Judges)
I accept the honor, privilege and responsibility entrusted to me as a (position). I shall hold this office for the interest of all our people. I shall always be guided by the principle that public office is a public trust.
I solemnly swear to uphold the Constitution, as well as all laws, rules, and orders from duly constituted authorities. I shall uphold the rule of law in order to build a just and humane society to promote the common good.
I shall embody competence, integrity, probity and independence in the exercise of my judicial functions. I shall always remain independent from any influence or unwarranted or undue pressure. I shall discharge these duties without fear or favor always to ensure equitable access to justice for everyone. In all my actions, I will always endeavor to do justice.
I shall adhere to the highest ethical standards of judicial conduct and comply with my oath as a lawyer. I shall do no falsehood, or impropriety, nor tolerate any unethical behavior of other court officers or staff. In all my dealings, I will conduct myself in a manner compatible with the dignity of my judicial office.
I, (name), impose all these upon myself without mental reservation nor purpose of evasion.
So help me God.