Ethics And Ethics Of The Police Code Of Ethics

In this essay, the author

• Explains that the international association of chiefs of police established a code of ethics to govern the conduct of its members.
• Opines that all law enforcement officers must be fully aware of the ethical responsibilities of their position and must strive constantly to live up to the highest possible standards of professional policing.
• Explains that a police officer acts as an official representative of the government and is required and trusted to work within the law.
• Explains that a police officer performs all duties impartially, without favor, affection or ill will and without regard to status, sex, race, religion, political belief or aspirations.
• Explains that a police officer uses responsibly the discretion vested in the position and exercises it within the law. consistent and wise use of discretion, based on professional policing competence, preserves good relationships and retains confidence of the public.
• Explains that a police officer never employs unnecessary force or violence and uses only such force in the discharge of duty as is reasonable in all circumstances.
• Opines that whatever a police officer sees, hears or learns of, is kept secret unless the performance of duty or legal provision requires otherwise.
• Opines that a police officer does not engage in acts of corruption or bribery, nor does an officer condone such acts by other police officers.
• Opines that police officers cooperate with all legally authorized agencies and their representatives in the pursuit of justice.
• Explains that police officers are responsible for maintaining a high standard of professionalism and take every reasonable opportunity to enhance and improve their level of knowledge and competence.
• Opines that police officers will behave in a manner that does not bring discredit to their agencies or themselves. a police officer's character and conduct while off duty must always be exemplary, thus maintaining respect in the community.