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Question 1

Department Mission

Answer 1

to enhance the quality of life in the city of Houston by working cooperatively with the public to prevent crime, enforce the law, preserve the peace, and provide a safe environment.

Question 2

Values

Answer 2

• Preserve and advance Democratic Values
• Improve the Quality of Community Life
• Improve the Quality of Work Life
• Demonstrate Professionalism

Question 3

Guiding Principles

Answer 3

1. Life and Individual freedoms are sacred

2. All persons should be treated fairly and equitably

Question 4

Guiding Principles

Answer 4

3. The role of police is to resolve problems through the enforcement of laws and not through the imposition of judgment or punishment.

Question 5

Guiding Principles

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4. The neighborhood is the basic segment of the community.

Question 6

Guiding Principles

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5. Because law enforcement and public safety reflect community-wide concerns, the police must actively seek the involvement of citizens and residents in all aspects of policing.

Question 7

Guiding Principles

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6. The fundamental responsibility pf the department’s employees is to provide quality services to the citizens and residents of the city of Houston.

Question 8

Guiding Principles

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7. The department’s employees are its most valuable asset.

8. Employee involvement in department activities is essential for maintaining a productive working environment.

Question 9

Guiding Principles

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9. Employees shall be treated fairly and equitably in recognition of basic human dignity and as a means of enriching their work lives.

Question 10

Guiding Principles

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10. The department and each of its commands, offices, and divisions shall strives to reflect the ethnic and cultural make-up of the community it serves.

Question 11

Ethics

Answer 11

serve mankind, safeguard lives and property, protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder and to respect the constitutional rights of all people to liberty, equality, and justice.

Question 12

Ethics

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I will keep my private life unsullied as an example to all; maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn, or ridicule; develop self restraint, and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others.

Question 13

Oath of Office

Answer 13

Classified employees shall conduct themselves in accordance with the Oath of Office to which each officer has sworn as follows