13-18 Anonymous Reporting Of Discreditable Conduct Flashcards
What is the purpose of the Toronto Police Service’s Standards of Conduct?
To foster and maintain confidence in the honesty and integrity of the Service and its members.
What does section 1.3 of the Standards of Conduct require members to do?
Report acts of discreditable conduct to a supervisor, a Unit Commander, or the Unit Commander – Professional Standards (PRS) as soon as practicable.
What does section 1.4 of the Standards of Conduct prohibit?
Acts of reprisal against any member who, in good faith, reports a breach of Service or Legislative Governance or an act of misconduct.
How can members report discreditable conduct anonymously?
Through a dedicated telephone line available at 416–343–7090 between 0800 and 1600 each business day.
What is the purpose of the Anonymous Reporting of Discreditable Conduct Program?
To allow for the anonymous, good faith reporting of criminal activity or misconduct.
Is the Anonymous Reporting Program intended to replace the Police Services Act?
No, it is intended to supplement the legislated criteria established in the Police Services Act.
What caution should members take before using the anonymous reporting system?
The Service cannot guarantee total anonymity from outside sources.
Who has exclusive investigative responsibility for incidents reported anonymously?
Members of the PRS.
What should be done upon receiving a request for disclosure of information contained in a TPS 909?
Direct the request to the attention of the Unit Commander – Legal Services.
How is misconduct defined in the context of the Toronto Police Service?
Any conduct that is contrary to or a breach of any Legislative or Service Governance.
Fill in the blank: The ___________ can claim privilege from disclosing information based on a Supreme Court of Canada decision.
Crime Stoppers Program
True or False: The Anonymous Reporting of Discreditable Conduct Program replaces the internal complaints process governed by Chapter 13.
False
