Code Of Ethics Flashcards
What is the fundamental duty of a Law Enforcement Officer?
To serve mankind, safeguard lives and property, protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder, while respecting the Constitutional rights of all men to liberty, equality, and justice.
How should a Law Enforcement Officer maintain their private life?
By keeping it unsullied as an example to all.
What qualities should a Law Enforcement Officer develop?
Courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn, or ridicule; self-restraint; and mindfulness of the welfare of others.
What is expected regarding honesty in a Law Enforcement Officer’s life?
To be honest in thought and deed in both personal and official life.
What should a Law Enforcement Officer do with confidential information?
Keep it ever secret unless revelation is necessary in the performance of their duty.
How should personal feelings affect a Law Enforcement Officer’s decisions?
They should never permit personal feelings, prejudices, animosities, or friendships to influence their decisions.
What is the approach to crime for a Law Enforcement Officer?
There should be no compromise for crime and relentless prosecution of criminals.
How should laws be enforced by a Law Enforcement Officer?
Courteously and appropriately, without fear or favor, malice or ill will, and never employing unnecessary force or violence.
What should a Law Enforcement Officer recognize about their badge?
It is a symbol of public faith and a public trust to be held as long as they are true to the ethics of the police service.
What commitment does a Law Enforcement Officer make regarding their profession?
To constantly strive to achieve the objectives and ideals of law enforcement, dedicating themselves before God to their chosen profession.
