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Monterey Park Police Department
Monterey Park PD Policy Manual
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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MONTEREY PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT AND VALUES
STATEMENT
Monterey Park Police Department Mission Statement
The Mission of the Monterey Park Police Department is to provide the finest police service
possible. This Department strives to meet and even anticipate the law enforcement needs of our
community.
We will protect the life and property of all people and ensure that our service is delivered in
accordance with the highest ethical standards.
We view the community as our partner in effective law enforcement. We strive to prevent crime,
aid victims, and pursue and apprehend violators with the participation and support of the residents
of Monterey Park.
The employees of this police department are our greatest resource and pride. We will always try
to maintain a high quality of life at work and safety for all employees.
Monterey Park Police Department Values Statement
We take PRIDE in our organization's commitment to the community and our members. Keeping
this commitment is a continuous process. We will face future challenges better prepared by
adhering to our fundamental values.
Professionalism: We value professionalism. We emphasize teamwork through effective
communication, trust, and dedication. We hold dear: fairness, equality, consistency, courtesy,
courage and forgiveness. We value loyalty to the organization, the community and ourselves. We
take pride in our personal appearance.
Respect: We value respect for each other. We treat the members of our organization and the
community with dignity, fairness, courtesy and patience. We are responsible and accountable for
our actions.