HomeMy WebLinkAbout16- Oath of Office & Ethics - Daniel Fitzpatrick - PolicePolice Officer - Oath of Office
I, L)N h g e ( , do solemnly swear that I will
support, protect and defeAd 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.
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SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this IS day of •per - 20 /1.
JIM VELTKAMP
Notary Public
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for the State of Montana
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Presiding at:
Bozeman, Montana
My Commission Expires:
October 10, 2020
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The Law Enforcement Code of Ethics
My fundamental responsibility as a public
safeguard lives and property, protect the
constitutional rights of all are not abridged;
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safety officer is to serve the community,
innocent, keep the peace, and ensure the
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, my agency, or my chosen profession."
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