HomeMy WebLinkAbout17- Oath of Office, Ethics, & Certificate - Jess Patrick - PoliceBOZ E MAN MT
POLICE DEPARTMENT
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 co unity, my agency, o my c sen profession."
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POLICE DEPARTMENT
Oath of Office — Police Officer
I, Jess Patrick, 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.
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SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this a day of ! Iph / 26LI
JIM VELTKAMP
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Notary Public
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for the state of Montana
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October 10, 2020
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POLICE DEPARTMENT
Bozeman Police Commission Certificate
Jess Patrick has successfully passed the examination by the City of Bozeman
Police Commission and is qualified for appointment for the probationary period
on the Bozeman Police Department, in compliance with Montana Code Annotated
7-32-4111.
Police Commissioner Signature
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