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HomeMy WebLinkAbout18- Oath of Office, Ethics, & Certificate - Shay Stevens - Police BOZEMANMT POLICE DEPARTMENT Oath of Office— Police Officer I, Shay Stephens, 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 r gnature �1 City Manager Signatur SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this day of 7J F►ra , 20j3 NOTARY PUBLIC FORMONTANA (stamp here A KNIGHT Notary Public NoTAriq,". for the State of Montana F„cr.icirrg at: N�SEAL..--, 1302�ernan, Montana �oF WIGS My Commis.s!on Expires: April 25,2019 TDD: 406-582-2301 THE MOST LIVABLE PLACE. BOZEMANMT POLICE DEPARTMENT Bozeman Police Commission Certificate Shay Stephens 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. Bozeman Police Commissioner Signature Date Bozeman, MT 59771-1230 DD: 406-582-2301 THE MOST LIVABLE PLACE. yy BOZ 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 co duct is admirable and will not bring discredit to my co y, my agency, o chosen p fession." Chi o olice Ste Crawfo ignature flOfficeyrignature Administered this day of 20 10 . DD: 406-582-2301 THE MOST LIVABLE PLACE.