100 Series

Question 1

100-01

Answer 1

Internal Directives Employees SHALL abide by all internal directives of the Houston Police Department

Question 2

100-03

Answer 2

Definition of Terms All department directives shall conform to the following terminology and definitions, unless a different definition is provided with the directive.

Question 3

100-05

Answer 3

Organizational Structure The Department through a chain of command is organized into a structure of various commands, offices, division, units, and details designed to provide services to the citizens of Houston in accordance with the departments mission, values, ethics, and guiding principles.

Question 4

100-06

Answer 4

Department Mission, Values, Ethics, and Guiding Principles The Department shall seek to state its mission, values, ethics, and guiding principles and adhere to these standards and communicate them to its employees. The Houston Police Department shall design and evaluate its activities on the basis of these standards. The conduct of all employees shall be compatible with the stated mission, values, principles, and ethics.

Question 5

100-07

Answer 5

Standard Operating Procedures Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) shall be followed by all commands, divisions, offices, and units performing like tasks and functions in order to ensure uniformity of police services. All command staff members shall develop and issue SOPs for all functions performed under their direct command. All employees are responsible for knowing, understanding, and following the SOPs applicable to their assignment