Questions and Answers
What must a chief of police do when they reasonably suspect conduct constitutes misconduct?
Which of the following is classified as a 'serious offence'?
What is the maximum amount of pay that can be forfeited in each pay period for a disciplinary measure exceeding one day?
If a police officer ceases to be a member of the police service, what can happen to their remaining pay forfeiture?
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What is the primary responsibility of the chief of police regarding misconduct complaints?
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Who can be directly affected by police conduct that warrants filing a complaint?
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Under what condition can the forfeiture of pay be adjusted beyond the standard deduction policy?
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What type of offences can be classified under the term 'serious offence' according to the regulations?
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Study Notes
Overview of the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019
- The regulation governs the conduct and discipline of police services in Ontario.
- This specific regulation (ONTARIO REGULATION 406/23) pertains to disciplinary measures and procedures for misconduct.
Duty to Provide Notice
- Chiefs of police, police service boards, and the Minister are required to inform the Complaints Director if misconduct is suspected.
- Conditions for notification include:
- Reasonable suspicion that conduct is misconduct.
- The conduct directly impacted a member of the public eligible to file a complaint.
Definition of Serious Offence
- A "serious offence" includes:
- Any indictable offence as per the Criminal Code, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, or Cannabis Act.
- Hybrid offences under these statutes that the Crown proceeds with by indictment.
Forfeiture of Pay
- If disciplinary action results in more than one day's pay forfeited:
- Only one day’s pay can be deducted per pay period unless agreed otherwise.
- If the officer leaves the police service, the remaining forfeited amount can be taken from any due pay.
Investigation of Misconduct Procedures
- Chiefs of police must create specific procedures for investigating allegations of misconduct.
- Establishes a formal process to ensure accountability within police services.
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Description
Explore the key aspects of the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019, focusing on the regulation's impact on police conduct and discipline in Ontario. Learn about the obligations of police chiefs and boards regarding misconduct notifications, definitions of serious offences, and the implications of pay forfeiture due to disciplinary actions.
