8.157 Flashcards
What is the purpose of the policy on social media and electronic communications by department members?
To establish the department’s position on the use and management of social media sites and provide rules and precautions regarding communications
What must department members adhere to in their personal use of social media?
LVMPD 1.120, Law Enforcement Code of Ethics
True or False: Public employees have qualified First Amendment rights.
True
What type of speech is not protected under the First Amendment for public employees?
Speech made pursuant to official duties
What actions should department members avoid to maintain the department’s reputation?
- Impair working relationships
- Impede performance of duties
- Impair discipline and harmony among co-workers
- Negatively impact the department’s ability to serve the public
What is required before department members can post information accessed through employment?
Written permission from the Sheriff or designee
What restrictions are placed on officers working in a covert capacity regarding social media?
They will not post any form of visual or personal identification and must not compromise covert operations
What must each department social media page include?
An introductory statement that clearly specifies the purpose and scope of the agency’s presence
Who must approve all department social media sites/pages?
A Deputy Chief or designee
What should social media content be consistent with?
Department strategic goals and applicable laws, regulations, and policies
Fill in the blank: Department members must conduct themselves as representatives of _______.
LVMPD
What are some potential uses of social media for the department?
- Investigative tool
- Community outreach and engagement
- Time-sensitive notifications
What precautions should department members take regarding personal use of electronic communication?
- Be mindful that posted photos can never be purged
- Avoid posting department logos or uniforms
- Be aware that privacy settings may change
What civil litigation risks do department members face when posting online?
- Defamation
- Publishing private facts without permission
- Exploitative use of someone’s likeness
- Publishing creative work or trademarks without permission
What are department members prohibited from doing while on duty?
Accessing personal social networking sites
What type of speech is prohibited by department members?
- Ridiculing or maligning individuals
- Suggesting unlawful or reckless behavior
- Promoting discrimination against various groups
What may happen if a department member engages in prohibited speech?
It may negatively affect their credibility and lead to disciplinary action, including termination
