DRMC Ethics Regulations Quizzes
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Which basis is NOT considered when assigning on-duty or off-duty officers?

  • Sexual orientation
  • Age
  • Religion
  • Educational background (correct)

    • What laws govern political activities by Denver police officers?

  • Denver City Charter Section 1.2.9
  • Title 7, Chapter 20 United States Code
  • Title 5, Chapter 15 United States Code (The Hatch Act) (correct)
  • Denver Revised Municipal Code Section 2-60

    • What is a requirement for engaging in political activities as a Denver police officer?

  • At least 5 years of service
  • Membership in a political party
  • Approval from the Mayor
  • Compatibility with departmental rules and regulations (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a prohibited basis for assigning officers to work at an event?

    <p>Educational achievements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document defines conflicts of interest for Denver police officers?

    <p>Denver Revised Municipal Code Section 2-53</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What allows the department to assign officers who volunteer to work at an event?

    <p>Denver Revised Municipal Code Section 2-54</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is recommended for officers prior to engaging in political activity?

    <p>Obtain an advisory opinion from the Denver Board of Ethics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what circumstance is a Denver police officer subject to the Federal Hatch Act?

    <p>When they engage in political activities financed by Federal loans or grants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do if they have doubts about whether certain political activities are prohibited by the Federal Hatch Act?

    <p>Submit a request to the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of obtaining an advisory opinion from the Denver Board of Ethics regarding political activities?

    <p>It ensures compliance with Denver Police Department regulations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is a Denver police officer advised to seek an advisory opinion from the Denver Board of Ethics?

    <p>Prior to engaging in political activity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which circumstances is a Denver police officer not subject to the Federal Hatch Act?

    <p>$\text{When their principal position duties are unrelated to activities financed by Federal loans or grants.}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should potential violations be reported to, according to the text?

    <p>The Manager of Safety's HR Employee Relations Specialist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT considered reporting of a potential policy violation, according to the text?

    <p>Consultation with a peer support or employee group representative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can a report or complaint of discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation be made?

    <p>Verbally or in writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is it mentioned that anonymous reports/complaints will also be accepted?

    <p>The Department of Safety (DOS) Human Resources Department</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action does the policy NOT preclude an employee from taking?

    <p>Consulting with a peer support representative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should be contacted if there is a conflict of interest concern?

    <p>Manager of Safety's HR Employee Relations Specialist</p> Signup and view all the answers

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