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LAW ENFORCEMENT CODE OF ETHICS
As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve the community; to safeguard
lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or
intimidation and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the constitutional rights
of all to liberty, equality and justice.
I will keep my private life unsullied as an example to all and will behave in a manner that does
not bring discredit to me or to my agency. I will maintain courageous calm in the face of danger,
scorn or ridicule; develop self-restraint; and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others. Honest
in thought and deed both in my personal and official life, I will be exemplary in obeying the law
and the regulations of my department. Whatever I see or hear of a confidential nature or that is
confided to me in my official capacity will be kept ever secret unless revelation is necessary in
the performance of my duty.
I will never act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices, political beliefs, aspirations,
animosities or friendships to influence my decisions. With no compromise for crime and with
relentless prosecution of criminals, I will enforce the law courteously and appropriately without
fear or favor, malice or ill will, never employing unnecessary force or violence and never accepting
gratuities.
I recognize the badge of my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be
held so long as I am true to the ethics of police service. I will never engage in acts of corruption
or bribery, nor will I condone such acts by other police officers. I will cooperate with all legally
authorized agencies and their representatives in the pursuit of justice.
I know that I alone am responsible for my own standard of professional performance and will take
every reasonable opportunity to enhance and improve my level of knowledge and competence.
I will constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals, dedicating myself before God to my
chosen profession . . . law enforcement.
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MISSION, VISION AND VALUES STATEMENTS
Mission
Working in partnership with the community. We will preserve the peace, uphold the law with
fairness and provide quality service.
Vision Statement
We will engage with our community through exemplary service and unparalleled professionalism,
while employing a staff that reflects the growth and diversity of our community.
We will commit to implementing the latest technology and best practices to meet the demands
of modern policing.
We will invest in the success of the men and women of the Irvine Police Department by providing
unrivaled opportunities for training, advancement and personal growth.
Values
Integrity - Recognizing right from wrong and the willingness to do what is right, no matter the
consequences. Set the example.
Quality of Service - Providing the highest level of service to our community.
Accountability - Accepting responsibility for our decisions and actions.
Respect - Valuing human life, having considerate and courteous regard for all persons. We follow,
honor and defend the constitution of this country.
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Table of Contents
LAW ENFORCEMENT CODE OF ETHICS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Mission, Vision and Values Statements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chapter 1 - Law Enforcement Role and Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
100 - Law Enforcement Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
101 - Chief Executive Officer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
102 - Oath of Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
103 - Policy Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
104 - General Orders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
105 - Off-Duty Law Enforcement Actions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
106 - Standards of Conduct. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Chapter 2 - Organization and Administration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
200 - Organizational Structure and Responsibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
201 - Office of Professional Standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
202 - Audits, Controls and Inspections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
203 - Verbal Counseling Supervisor's Observations. . . . . . . . . . . . 42
204 - Probationary Employees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
205 - Building Security / Employee Identification. . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
206 - Civic Center Facility Evacuation Plan.