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Learning Domain 1

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Leadership
the practice of influencing people, while using ethical values and goals, to produce an intended change.
Leadership competencies
-Knowledge
-Courage
-Communication
-Professionalism
-personal Character
-Trustworthiness
-Decision making/Problem solving
-Responsibility
Power
capacity to influence and inspire others
authority
A peace officers right to influence others that is granted by law
Compliance
acceptance of a person's authority
commitment
An outward manifestation of an internal agreement/willingness to embrace the leadership values and agency goals
Circle of influence
are the things that concern you that you can do something about.
Peer leadership
influencing peers by modeling positive behaviors, taking charge, and sharing information if and when appropriate.
Follower
is not a term of weakness but the condition that permits leadership to exist and give it strength.
Positive leadership leads to
-respect of quality
-trust
-cooperation
-reduced fear of crime
-community leader support
-increased fiscal support
-increased officer safety
Absence of leadership leads to
-fear, disdain
-suspicion
-"us" against "them"
-reduced community input
-isolation
-withholding needed resources
-decreased compliance
Leadership is important [1.01.8]
Every officer has a responsibility to practice leadership. Effective communication and respect demonstrates leadership and is essential to effective problem solving because it engages the cooperation of the community.
Universal components of leadership [1.01.10]
Peace officers can learn to exercise leadership through preparation, knowledge of the leadership role, a desire to lead and a commitment to effective job performance.
Officer as a leader [1.01.11]
Peer behaviors are a strong influence on peace officers. It is incumbent on every peace officer to recognize that he or she has the opportunity to influence peers
Impacts of leadership on a peace officer's daily work [1.01.13]
Improved communication, problem solving and decision making. Positive leadership increases officer safety, community respect and trust.
The Code of Ethics
The standard of conduct that identifies specific principles of desired behavior required of its practitioners.
Police profession requires
specialized training and ethical behavior on the part of individual officers, on-duty and off-duty.
Professions characteristics
-a shared sense of purpose
-a common body of knowledge
-standardized training
-being vital to the well being of society
-a system of certification or licensing
-a code of ethical conduct
Public trust
the foundation of peace officers' authority and power by virtue of a social contract with government. not to be abused.
personal values
The individual beliefs that a person relies on in making the personal decisions in his/her daily life
professional values
The beliefs that are fundamental to and characterize a specific vocational group or discipline
values
The fundamental beliefs upon which decisions and conduct are based
organizational values
The collective beliefs that characterize an organization
Ethics
the accepted principles of conduct governing decisions and actions based on professional values and expectations.
The Golden Rule
Do unto others as you would have others do unto you
Ethical standards
the criteria for professional conduct.
principles
Ethical standards that people rely on for guidance in decision-making
Expectations of Suspects or Persons of Interest
-Basic respect
-Preservation of their dignity by the peace officer
-Uphold their Constitutional rights and adhere to other statutes of law
Expectations of Victims
-Emotional support and empathy for their situation
-A restored feeling of safety
-Time to explain details and concerns fully and equipped to handle the situation appropriately
-Feeling of satisfaction on completion of the contact
Expectations of witnesses
-Provisions for their safety
-Information provided has value
-Accurately report the known facts
-Take appropriate action
Agency expectations
-conformance with the law,
-compliance with organizational values, policies, procedures, goals, objectives, and mission statements,
-ethical and professional behavior consistent with the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics and the Code of Professional Conduct and Responsibilities for Peace Officers,
-community satisfaction with the quality of service,
-conduct that minimizes civil liability, and
-collaboration with the community to address crime and disorder.
Officer's peer expectation
-technical competence
-support
-integrity.
Expectations of peace officers
-appropriate training,
-adequate resources,
-agency support
-fair and ethical treatment, and
-respect and cooperation of the public
The badge
A symbol of public trust
Minimum requirements when writing a report
-Never falsify any portion of your report
-Objectively document every fact (or piece of evidence)
-Be clear.
-Write your report free of speculation or personal opinions.
officer benefits of ethical behavior
-Self-esteem and personal worth
-Personal and professional satisfaction in doing
the right thing
-Gaining respect and confidence of co-workers
-Establishing a higher personal and professional
reputation in the community
agency benefits of ethical behavior
-improving morale
-improving agency respect within the profession
-reinforcing the standard of performance
-improving agency reputation
community benefits of ethical behavior
-Receives equitable law enforcement
-A sense of security and trust
-Increases community partnerships
-Fosters community mobilization
Consequences of unprofessional /unethical conduct
-disciplinary action up to and including termination.
-civil and/or criminal liability (personal and agency).
-embarrassment to stakeholders.
-eroding the image of the profession.
-reinforcement of negative stereotypes.
-reduction of effectiveness.
-diminishing public trust and cooperation.
-compromising officer safety.
The law enforcement code of ethics was adopted in
1956 by the National Conference of Police Associations
(POST)
The Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission
Code of Professional Conduct and Responsibilities for Peace Officers (Code of Conduct)
designed to enhance the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics by defining specific standards of professional conduct.
Canons
General statements of the standards of professional conduct expected of peace officers
Officer responsibility to respond
is a legal and ethical obligation to uphold the law no matter who is breaking it.
Intervention
The act of attempting to prevent or attempting to stop the inappropriate or unlawful behavior of another officer
PC 661
A public officer's removal for neglect or violation of official duty; discretion of the court.
PC 147
Inhumane or oppressive treatment
-Any officer who,
-Willfully,
-Inhumanely treats or oppresses,
-Any prisoner under his/her care or custody.
Class: Fine, and termination of employment.
PC 149
Assault by a Public Officer
-Every public officer who,
-Under color of authority,
-Without lawful necessity,
-Assaults or beats any person.
Class: Felony
PC 673
Cruel and unusual punishment
-Any person who,
-In a described location (i.e., jail)
-Inflicts cruel, corporal, or unusual punishment (including certain specified acts, devices or lack of care)
-Which would injure or impair the health
-Upon a prisoner, inmate, or person confined.
Class: Misdemeanor
Public expectations of intervention regarding force
The community expects peace officers to use only the amount of force that is reasonable.
3 Types of intervention
-Advanced
-Immediately
-Delayed
Advance intervention
taking an action before an inappropriate action is committed.
Immediate intervention
taking an action immediately after an inappropriate action is committed
Delayed intervention
an intervention strategy after an incident has occurred.
Physical intervention levels
-Touching
-Stepping in
-Restraining
Delayed intervention techniques
-Discussion/Admonishment
-Referral/training
-Reporting
The Bell
Do any "bells" or warning buzzers go off as I consider my choice or alternative?
The Book
Does it violate any laws, ordinances, policies, procedures, etc.?
The Candle
Will my decision be able to withstand the light of day, spotlight of media attention, publicity, family?
Example of ethical decision making strategies
-Bell, Book, Candle
-Legal, Ethical, Effective
Profession and public trust [1.02.8]
The profession of policing requires its members to adhere to specific standards in order to maintain the trust and respect of those who are served. Public trust is the foundation of peace officers' authority and power by virtue of a social contract with government.
Ethics are the accepted principles of conduct governing decisions and actions based on professional values and expectations.
Expectations of peace officers conduct [1.02.9]
The community expects that peace officers' will serve the public interest and conduct themselves in an ethical manner. Their agency expects conformance with the law. Officers expect appropriate training and fair and ethical treatment.
Benefits of ethical behavior [1.02.10]
Professional conduct and ethical behavior benefits not only officers and their agencies, but also the community and society as a whole.
Consequences of unethical/ unprofessional conduct [1.02.11]
Unethical/unprofessional conduct or breaches in ethical conduct can occur in any profession. The negative effects of such behavior are particularly detrimental in the policing profession.
Law enforcement code of ethics/conduct [1.02.12]
The Law Enforcement Code of Ethics was adopted as a uniform code of ethics to guide the peace officer. By adhering to the code, officers demonstrate to the community and to their peers that they are honorable and trustworthy. The Code of Conduct is designed to enhance the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.
Unprofessional conduct and intervention [1.02.13, 1.02.14, 1.02.15]
Peace officers have a legal and ethical obligation to uphold the law no matter who is breaking it. It does not matter whether the violator is considered an average citizen, a prominent community or corporate leader, or another peace officer.
Ethical decision making and leadership [1.02.16, 1.02.17]
Ethics is not about what you know, it's about what you do. What is "best" is sometimes confusing when conflicting priorities, human emotions and the stress of policing can combine to tempt one to grasp at the easy choice or take the first option that comes to mind.
Peace officers who practice the competencies of ethical leadership with the requisite skills of problem-solving, will be better equipped to arrive at appropriate solutions in decision making.
Peace Officer
A regular employed and full-time sheriff, undersheriff, or deputy sheriff of a county; a chief of police, or any police officer of a city or any chief of police or police officer of a district authorized by law to maintain a police agency; or any other person within the state who is defined as a peace officer
Canon One
Peace officers shall uphold the Constitution of the United States, the State Constitution, and all laws enacted or established pursuant to legally constituted authority.
Canon Two
Peace officers shall be aware of and shall use proper and ethical procedures in discharging their official duties and responsibilities.
Canon Three
Peace officers shall regard the discharge of their duties as a public trust and shall recognize their responsibilities to the people whom they are sworn to protect and serve.
Canon Four
Peace officers will so conduct their public and private life that they exemplify the high standards of integrity, trust, and morality demanded of a member of the peace officer profession.
Canon Five
Peace officers shall recognize that our society holds the freedom of the individual as a paramount precept which shall not be infringed upon without just, legal and necessary cause.
Canon Six
Peace officers shall assist in maintaining the integrity and competence of the peace officer profession.
Canon Seven
Peace officers shall cooperate with other officials and organizations who are using legal and ethical means to achieve the goals and objectives of the peace officer profession.
Canon Eight
Peace officers shall not compromise their integrity, nor that of their agency or profession, by accepting, giving, or soliciting any gratuity.
Canon Nine
Peace officers shall observe the confidentiality of information available to them through any source, as it relates to the peace officer profession.
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