Policing Act 2008 (Sec 8-10, 20, 30, & 63)

Question 1

Section 8 Principles?

Answer 1

Principled, effective and efficient policing services free and demographic society
Wide measure of public support and confidence
National framework but also a local community focus
Respects human rights
Independently and impartially
Professional, ethical with integrity.

Question 2

Section 9 Functions of Police?

Answer 2

Keeping the peace
Maintaining Public safety
Law enforcement
Crime prevention
Community support and reassurance
National Security
Participation in Policing activities outside NZ
Emergency Management

Question 3

Section 20 Code of conduct?

Answer 3

The Commissioner must prescribe a code of conduct for Police employees, stating the standards of behaviour expected from Police employees.

Question 4

Section 30 Command and control?

Answer 4

Every Police member must obey and be guided by:

General Instructions
The Commissioners Circulars
Any applicable local orders