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Cypress Police Department
Cypress Police Department Policy Manual
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Published with permission by Cypress Police DepartmentLAW ENFORCEMENT CODE OF ETHICS - 1LAW ENFORCEMENT CODE OF ETHICS
Law Enforcement Code of Ethics
AS A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER, my fundamental duty is to serve; 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; 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 in both my personal and official
life, I will be exemplary in obeying the laws of the land 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, 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 the police service. I will constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals,
dedicating myself before God to my chosen profession...law enforcement.
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Published with permission by Cypress Police DepartmentVALUES, MISSION, AND VISION
STATEMENTS - 2VALUES, MISSION, AND VISION STATEMENTS
Our Values
Values are principles or standards of behavior that drive an organization. The Cypress Police
Department's values are:
•Teamwork
•Integrity
•Professionalism
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide professional public safety services in partnership with our community.
Our Vision
The Cypress Police Department's vision sets the focus for the future. It is a statement of where
the organization is going.
•It is our vision to be at the forefront of law enforcement by setting the example for
community trust, partnership, innovation, and public safety.
•We dedicate ourselves to creating a quality work environment that strenthens and
unites our team.
•We are committed to excellence developed through pride, setting the standard, and
earning a reputation for committed, caring, and courteous service.
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Published with permission by Cypress Police DepartmentCHIEF'S PREFACE - 3CHIEF'S PREFACE
We, as members of the Cypress Police Department, are held to the highest standards by our
community and adherence to these policies will ensure we maintain the public’s trust. The specific
goals and priorities which we establish within the limits of our legislatively granted authority are
determined to a large extent by community desires. These desires are presented to us through
the community and the governing body of the City of Cypress. We conscientiously strive to be
responsive to the community, knowing full well that we exist not to serve ourselves, but to serve
and protect others. Ultimately, as public servants, department personnel are accountable to the
people for their decisions.
The Cypress Police Department Policy Manual presents the framework to perform our law
enforcement mission with current legal principles and best practices. These policies have been
established to provide you with the tools necessary to carry out your law enforcement roles and
responsibilities.
As leaders in the community, it is imperative we perform our duties in a manner that is consistent
with our department policies, mission, values, Code of Ethics, and Oath of Office.
Mark Lauderback
Chief of Police
Cypress Police Department
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Published with permission by Cypress Police DepartmentTable of Contents - 4Table of Contents
LAW ENFORCEMENT CODE OF ETHICS ............... 1
VALUES, MISSION, AND VISION STATEMENTS ............. 2
CHIEF'S PREFACE ....................... 3
Chapter 1 - Law Enforcement Role and Authority ............ 9
100 - Law Enforcement Authority ................. 10
102 - Chief Executive Officer ................... 12
104 - Oath of Office ..................... 13
105 - Community-Oriented Policing Philosophy ............. 14
106 - Policy Manual ..................... 16
Chapter 2 - Organization and Administration ............. 20
200 - Organizational Structure and Responsibility ............ 21
204 - Special Order ...................... 23
206 - Emergency Operations Plan ................. 24
208 - Training ....................... 25
209 - Use of Training Funds for Schools, Seminars, etc. .......... 27
212 - Electronic Mail ..................... 35
214 - Administrative Communications ................ 37
216 - Staffing Levels ..................... 38
218 - License to Carry a Firearm ........