Module 13
Discussion: in Handling Inmates
1. Overview of BJMP and BuCor
BJMP (Bureau of Jail Management and Penology) oversees city, municipal, and
district jails, housing inmates awaiting trial or serving sentences of three years or
less.
BuCor (Bureau of Corrections) manages prisoners serving more than three years in
national penitentiaries like New Bilibid Prison and Iwahig Prison an
d Penal Farm.
2. Treatment of Regular Inmates
BJMP
Provides basic needs such as food, medical care, and rehabilitation programs.
Conducts Therapeutic Community Modality Program (TCMP) for behavior correction.
Implements livelihood and educational programs to prepare inmates for reintegration.
BuCor
Enforces a more structured correctional program due to longer sentences.
Offers vocational training, education, and religious services.
Assigns security classifications: Minimum, Medium, and Maximum to manage inmates
effectively.
3. Treatment of Inmates with Special Needs
Inmates with special needs include the elderly, sick, persons with disabilities (PWDs), and
those with mental health conditions.
BJMP
Establishes separate facilities for vulnerable inmates, such as PWDs and elderly
detainees.
Provides medical and psychological services, including drug rehabilitation programs.
Works with NGOs and government agencies for legal assistance and therapy.
BuCor
Houses inmates with special needs in designated areas (e.g., the Hospital Wing for
the sick and elderly).
Implements Special Penal Programs for rehabilitative care.
Provides psychiatric evaluations for inmates with mental illnesses.
Example Scenario
Case 1: Regular Inmate (Juan Dela Cruz)
Juan is a 25-year-old man sentenced to two years for theft. He is held under BJMP custody.
He participates in skills training programs and moral recovery seminars to prepare
for release.
He has access to medical check-ups and family visitation privileges.
Case 2: Inmate with Special Needs (Pedro Santos, Elderly Prisoner)
Pedro, a 65-year-old convicted of homicide, is sentenced to 15 years and placed under
BuCor.
He is assigned to the elderly inmate section in Bilibid’s Minimum Security Compound.
He receives regular medical check-ups and is part of a gardening program for
therapy.
His health condition is monitored to determine eligibility for executive clemency.
Conclusion
While both BJMP and BuCor ensure the humane treatment of inmates, their methods differ
based on facility type, sentence length, and inmate classification. BJMP focuses on short-
term rehabilitation, whereas BuCor emphasizes long-term correction and reintegration.
Inmates with special needs receive medical, psychological, and social interventions tailored
to their conditions.
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Module 14
Discussion on BJMP Procedures
The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) ensures the safe custody of
detainees while maintaining security, control, and discipline within jails. It also has strict
protocols for handling escapes and jail breaks.
1. Jail Custody Procedures
Upon admission, an inmate undergoes mug shots, fingerprinting, and medical
screening.
Personal belongings are inventoried, and the inmate is assigned a custodial
classification (e.g., minimum, medium, or maximum risk).
Inmates are briefed on jail rules, rights, and privileges.
Special monitoring is applied for high-risk detainees or those with health concerns.
2. Jail Security Procedures
Regular inspections are conducted to prevent contraband inside the jail.
Surveillance cameras and roving personnel monitor inmate activities.
Visitation rules are enforced, ensuring visitors are screened for unauthorized items.
Checkpoints are placed at entry and exit points to prevent unauthorized access.
3. Control and Discipline Procedures
BJMP follows the Therapeutic Community Modality Program (TCMP) to promote
positive inmate behavior.
Inmates who violate rules face disciplinary actions, including isolation or privilege
suspension.
Conflict resolution programs help manage inmate disputes and avoid violence.
Use of force policy: Jail officers may use non-lethal force when necessary to
maintain control.
4. Escape Prevention Procedures
High-risk inmates are placed under heightened security monitoring.
Routine cell inspections and counting of detainees ensure all are accounted for.
Jail personnel are trained to detect and prevent signs of escape attempts (e.g.,
tunnel digging, uniform impersonation).
Armed jail guards are positioned at strategic points to deter escape attempts.
5. Response to Escapes and Jail Breaks
Immediate lockdown is ordered to secure the facility.
Pursuit teams are deployed to recapture escaped inmates.
Coordination with PNP and local authorities is done for a wider manhunt operation.
Investigations are conducted to determine security lapses and possible inside
involvement.
Security measures are reviewed and strengthened to prevent future escapes.
Example Scenario
Case: Escape Attempt at a City Jail
Juan Dela Cruz, a high-risk detainee facing drug-related charges, is held at a BJMP
facility.
One night, jail officers notice suspicious behavior in Juan’s cell block.
During a routine inspection, officers discover a partially dug hole in the cell floor.
The Jail Warden orders an immediate headcount and transfers Juan to a high-
security cell.
A disciplinary hearing is conducted, and Juan’s privileges are revoked for attempting
escape.
The warden strengthens security by increasing patrols and reinforcing cell areas
prone to escape attempts.
Conclusion
BJMP follows strict procedures for custody, security, control, and discipline to maintain
order inside jails. The agency also has proactive measures to prevent escapes and jail
breaks, ensuring public safety and inmate rehabilitation.
