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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 a0mirable and will not bring
discredit to my community, my agency, or my chosen pro es ion."
Chief
Veltkamp re or Webb
P.O.
Bozeman, MT 59771-1230
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