40 Questions
Where should division personnel wear their issued identification cards?
In the chest area of the outermost garment
Who is exempt from wearing identification cards while in uniform?
Sworn personnel
What is the requirement for arrests, searches, and seizures by sworn personnel?
In accordance with law and Division policy and procedures
When can civilian personnel use force?
In accordance with law
What is the primary responsibility of Division personnel regarding laws and ordinances?
To obey the Constitutions of the United States and the State of Ohio and all federal, state, and local laws
What is the requirement for carrying and using firearms by division personnel?
In accordance with law and when in the line of duty
What is the consequence of violating the Rules of Conduct or Division Directives?
Formal disciplinary action
When can sworn personnel draw or display their firearms in public?
During official inspections or use
What is the reason for suspension or dismissal of Division personnel?
All of the above
What is prohibited for division personnel when representing the Division?
Publicly criticizing or ridiculing the Division, its policies, or other personnel
What is the requirement for Division personnel regarding their residential address?
To record their address with the Personnel Office
What must Division personnel do when they receive conflicting or illegal orders?
Not provided in the content
What is prohibited for division personnel when interacting with the media?
Divulging investigative information
What is the purpose of the Rules of Conduct?
To establish the basis for formal disciplinary action
What is the expectation of Division personnel regarding knowledge of Directives, Laws, and Ordinances?
To be thoroughly familiar with Division and City of Columbus Central Work rules
What is the requirement for notification of change of address or telephone number?
Within 48 hours of the change
What is prohibited for Division personnel according to Directive 1.23?
Soliciting or accepting tangible or intangible property, promise, or service
What requires prior written approval from the Chief of Police according to Directive 1.24?
Endorsing products or services with the Division's name
What is allowed for display on an operator's license and/or vehicle registration according to Directive 1.25?
The Division of Police mailing address
What is prohibited for Division personnel according to Directive 1.26?
Entering a house of prostitution while off-duty
Why may Division personnel enter a house of prostitution according to Directive 1.26?
In the line of duty
What is prohibited for Division personnel according to Directive 1.27?
Interfering in a private business dispute
What is allowed for use by Division personnel according to Directive 1.24?
The Division's logo for official business
What is prohibited for use by Division personnel according to Directive 1.25?
The Division's mailing address for personal correspondence
What is prohibited in Division facilities or City-owned vehicles?
Electronic cigarettes and alternative nicotine products
What is permitted in Division facilities or City-owned vehicles?
Nicotine cessation products
What type of material is prohibited from being posted in Division facilities?
Material with sexual, ethnic, or racial slurs
What should Division personnel do if they become aware of prohibited material?
Remove it
What should Division personnel do when their dependents become ineligible for health care coverage?
Notify Employee Benefits as soon as practical
What is prohibited in terms of sick or injury reporting?
Falsely reporting an illness
What is prohibited in terms of alcohol and drugs?
Being under the influence of intoxicants on-duty
What is prohibited in terms of uniform?
Being under the influence of intoxicants while in uniform
What is Division personnel prohibited from doing while on duty?
Recommending a person or business to a non-Division person
What is required for Division personnel to engage in political activity?
Being off duty, out of uniform, and not representing the City of Columbus
What is Division personnel prohibited from using to interfere with or affect the result of an election?
Their official capacity
What can Division personnel do regarding political petitions?
Sign political petitions and circulate non-partisan political petitions
What role can Division personnel assume in a political gathering?
A passive role, only attending the gathering
What is the restriction on Division personnel being a candidate for elective office?
They are prohibited from being a candidate for any elective office within the City of Columbus and partisan elections outside the City of Columbus
What is the exception to the restriction on Division personnel being a candidate for elective office?
They can be a candidate for local offices, such as village council or board of trustees
What is the condition for Division personnel to be a candidate for and hold a position as a member of a local board of education, village council, or board of trustees?
They must not solicit, directly or indirectly, campaign funding for their campaign and must not seek or use the endorsement of a political party
Study Notes
Rules of Conduct for Columbus Police Division
- Division personnel must obey all federal, state, and local laws
- They must be familiar with division and city policies, directives, and orders
Expectations and Accountability
- Division personnel may be suspended or dismissed for reasons including incompetence, gross neglect of duty, and failure to obey orders
- They must report any change of address or phone number within 48 hours
Identification and Security
- Division personnel must wear their issued identification card with photo visible while in police facilities, crime scenes, or secured areas
- They must challenge individuals without identification cards in these areas
Arrests, Searches, and Seizures
- Sworn personnel must make arrests, searches, and seizures in accordance with law and division policy
Use of Force and Firearms
- Sworn personnel must use force and firearms only in accordance with law and division policy
- They must not draw or display firearms in public except for official inspection or use
- Civilian personnel have the right to defend themselves in accordance with the law
Public Statements and Appearances
- Division personnel must not publicly criticize or ridicule the division, its policies, or other personnel
- They must not divulge investigative information or use their official position for personal gain
Gifts and Endorsements
- Division personnel must not solicit or accept gifts or use their official position for personal gain
- They must not use division badges, patches, or logos for commercial purposes without approval
Personal Life and Conduct
- Division personnel must not visit or enter prohibited establishments except in the line of duty
- They must not interfere in private business or affairs except in the course of official police business
- They must not recommend professionals or businesses to non-division personnel
Political Activity
- Division personnel may participate in the electoral process, but must be off-duty, out of uniform, and not represent the division
- They must not campaign for partisan political candidates or use their official capacity to influence elections
Workplace Conduct
- Division personnel must not smoke, use, or permit the use of smokeless tobacco products in division facilities or vehicles
- They must not post offensive material in police facilities or deface authorized material
This quiz covers the rules and guidelines for police personnel in the Columbus Police Division, including obedience to laws and ordinances.
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