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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 will 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."
Chief 'm Veltkamp Cassandra Deets
Bozeman, MT 59771-1230
DD: 406-582-2301 THE MOST LIVABLE PLACE.