18 Questions
Which basis is NOT considered when assigning on-duty or off-duty officers?
Educational background
What laws govern political activities by Denver police officers?
Title 5, Chapter 15 United States Code (The Hatch Act)
What is a requirement for engaging in political activities as a Denver police officer?
Compatibility with departmental rules and regulations
Which of the following is NOT a prohibited basis for assigning officers to work at an event?
Educational achievements
What document defines conflicts of interest for Denver police officers?
Denver Revised Municipal Code Section 2-53
What allows the department to assign officers who volunteer to work at an event?
Denver Revised Municipal Code Section 2-54
What action is recommended for officers prior to engaging in political activity?
Obtain an advisory opinion from the Denver Board of Ethics.
In what circumstance is a Denver police officer subject to the Federal Hatch Act?
When they engage in political activities financed by Federal loans or grants.
What should officers do if they have doubts about whether certain political activities are prohibited by the Federal Hatch Act?
Submit a request to the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board.
What is the significance of obtaining an advisory opinion from the Denver Board of Ethics regarding political activities?
It ensures compliance with Denver Police Department regulations.
When is a Denver police officer advised to seek an advisory opinion from the Denver Board of Ethics?
Prior to engaging in political activity.
Under which circumstances is a Denver police officer not subject to the Federal Hatch Act?
$\text{When their principal position duties are unrelated to activities financed by Federal loans or grants.}$
Who should potential violations be reported to, according to the text?
The Manager of Safety's HR Employee Relations Specialist
What is NOT considered reporting of a potential policy violation, according to the text?
Consultation with a peer support or employee group representative
When can a report or complaint of discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation be made?
Verbally or in writing
Where is it mentioned that anonymous reports/complaints will also be accepted?
The Department of Safety (DOS) Human Resources Department
What action does the policy NOT preclude an employee from taking?
Consulting with a peer support representative
Who should be contacted if there is a conflict of interest concern?
Manager of Safety's HR Employee Relations Specialist
Test your knowledge on ethics regulations with excerpts from DRMC regarding the restrictions on officers, employees, and officials, as well as compliance with advisory opinions from the board of ethics. Challenge yourself with questions related to city interests, incompatible employment, and adherence to advisory opinions.
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