Today (2025.04.04), Member of Parliament and Chair of the Standing Committee on Legal Affairs D. Tsogtbaatar submitted the draft law on amending the Law on Police Service to the Chairman of the State Great Hural (Parliament) of Mongolia, D. Amarbayasgalan.

The Secretariat of the State Great Hural (Parliament) reported the following regarding the draft law to amend the Law on Police Service:

The initiator of the draft law emphasized that the amendments aim to enhance the theoretical and practical training system within the police organization to ensure respect for human rights, safeguard the safety of individuals, and improve the concepts and ethics of law enforcement when carrying out duties defined by law.

The draft also stipulates that any restrictions on human rights and use of coercive measures must be established solely by law. It proposes allowing the dissemination of public information through means not prohibited by legislation to prevent crimes and violations, protecting the rights and interests of Mongolian citizens living abroad, and incorporating the principles of the Mendez Principles—outlined in international treaties and conventions—into the law. Furthermore, it mandates that police officers must, under all circumstances, have the ability to make audio, video, or audiovisual recordings in order to prevent any violations of human rights.

Additionally, the draft proposes aligning the term of office for senior police officials with that of equivalent positions in similar law enforcement institutions, responsible for combating crime, maintaining public order, and ensuring public safety. In accordance with a Constitutional Court ruling, it provides for police officers to exercise their rights to association and freedom of expression without disrupting their core duties. It also seeks to ensure that the selection process for senior officers is fair, transparent, and based on merit by having the Minister in charge of internal affairs approve the procedure.

The initiator noted that the draft reflects the Government’s recommendations and is developed in compliance with the Constitution of Mongolia, international treaties and conventions to which Mongolia is a party, and other national legislation. If adopted, the law would not require additional funding from the state budget and is expected to create a more enabling environment for the police to fulfill their legal responsibilities.