HomeMy WebLinkAbout16- Oath of Office & Ethics - Connor Foley - PolicePolice Officer - Oath of Office
I, �atitip� �6�� do solemnly swear that I will
support, protect and defend the constitution of the United States and the
constitution of the State of Montana and that I will discharge the duties of my
office as a Police Officer with fidelity; that I will serve the City of Bozeman
honestly and faithfully; and that I will, without partiality or prejudice, discharge
the duties of a peace officer to the best of my ability, so help me God.
Officer Signature
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City Manager Signature
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this --?% day of %lN,-e4 204
JIM VEITKAMP
e NOTARY PUBLIC for the
State of Montana
Residing at Bozeman, Montana
My Commission Expires
October 10, 2016
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The Law Enforcement Code of Ethics
My fundamental responsibility as a public safety officer is to serve the community,
safeguard lives and property, protect the innocent, keep the peace, and ensure the
constitutional rights of all are not abridged;
I shall perform all duties impartially, without favor or ill will and without regard to status,
sex, race, religion, creed, political belief or aspiration. I will treat all citizens equally and
with courtesy, consideration, and dignity. I will never allow personal feelings,
animosities, or friendships to influence my official conduct;
I will enforce or apply all laws and regulations appropriately, courteously, and
responsibly;
I will never employ unnecessary force or violence, and will use only such force in the
discharge of my duties as is objectively reasonable in all circumstances. I will refrain
from applying unnecessary infliction of pain or suffering and will never engage in cruel,
degrading, or inhuman treatment of any person;
Whatever I see, hear, or learn, which is of a confidential nature, I will keep in confidence
unless the performance of duty or legal provision requires otherwise;
I will not engage in nor will I condone any acts of corruption, bribery, or criminal
activity; and shall disclose to the appropriate authorities all such acts. I will refuse to
accept any gifts, favors, gratuities, or promises that could be interpreted as favor or cause
me to refrain from performing my official duties;
I will strive to work in unison with all legally authorized agencies and their
representatives in the pursuit of justice;
I will be responsible for my professional development and will take reasonable
opportunities to improve my level of knowledge and competence;
I will at all times ensure that my character and conduct is admirable and will not bring
discredit to my community, m gency, or my chosen pro ssion."
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