HomeMy WebLinkAboutThomas Lloyd Oath of Office 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; & AV it A-4 1 W N
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; ,%� f�#
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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Administered this,2� day of / IAe-d , 20 j
Police Officer - Oath of Office
1, IN0 4 S G aZD 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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City Manager Signature
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this 2'/ day of kt-r-N 20)q .
NOTAR BLIC FOR MONTANA
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Residing at: Bozeman, MT
My commission expires: D 3—/9- `/S�
Bozeman Police Commission Certificate
Thomas Lloyd 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.
ozeman P/j� /mmissioner Signature Date