General Orders - Rules of Conduct Flashcards
The purpose of rules of conduct is to alert employees to some of the more sensitive and often problematic matters
True
Rules of conduct guides employees in conducting themselves in a manner that reflects standards of department and professionalism as required of law enforcement officers and civilian personnel
True
Members who violate rules or regulation or are convicted in a court are subject to
Discipline up to dismissal
Existence of facts establishing a violation of law, ordinance, or rule is all that is required to
Support charges of such an allegation
A supervisor may suspend an officer when it is determined
for the preservation of good order, efficiency and discipline
After an immediate suspension the supervisor must relate in writing to the _______ ________ no later than ___________________
Police Commissioner
End of shift when discipline occurred
WPD officers will conduct themselves in a _______ manner consistent with the rules of conduct policy
Ethical
The fundamental duties of a police officer
Serving the community
safeguarding lives and property
Ensure the rights of liberty and the equality of justice
A police officer will use _________ with responsibility
Discretion
Consistent and wise use of discretion will
Preserve good relationships and retain the confidence of the public
Officers will cooperate with other agencies
True
Police officers will behave in a manner that does not bring ________ to the agency or themselves
Discredit
Officers shall not violate law or lawful order
True
Officers shall maintain sufficient competency to properly perform their duties
True
Unsatisfactory performance
Lack of knowledge of laws Unwillingness to perform Failure to take appropriate action Inattentive to duty Absence without leave
