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Who administers the oath of office to sworn officers of the Terre Haute Police Department?
Who administers the oath of office to sworn officers of the Terre Haute Police Department?
- The Governor of Indiana
- The Police Chief
- The highest elected city official (correct)
- A Judge of the Vigo County Circuit Court
When must all sworn officers of the Terre Haute Police Department take an oath of office?
When must all sworn officers of the Terre Haute Police Department take an oath of office?
- Upon promotion to a supervisory role
- Annually
- After completing probation
- Prior to appointment (correct)
According to the provided document, what is the effective date of the Oath of Office policy?
According to the provided document, what is the effective date of the Oath of Office policy?
- July 4, 2015
- August 15, 2015 (correct)
- December 25, 2015
- January 1, 2015
Which documents do officers swear to support when taking the Oath of Office for the Terre Haute Police Department?
Which documents do officers swear to support when taking the Oath of Office for the Terre Haute Police Department?
What specific promise do officers taking the Oath of Office make regarding their duties?
What specific promise do officers taking the Oath of Office make regarding their duties?
In the oath, what entity are the officers affirming they are a member of when they discharge their duties?
In the oath, what entity are the officers affirming they are a member of when they discharge their duties?
Assuming no revisions, how would the Oath of Office policy be affected if a new city charter were adopted that significantly altered the roles of elected officials?
Assuming no revisions, how would the Oath of Office policy be affected if a new city charter were adopted that significantly altered the roles of elected officials?
What is the implication of including the phrase 'so help me God' at the end of the Oath of Office?
What is the implication of including the phrase 'so help me God' at the end of the Oath of Office?
Hypothetically, if the "highest elected city official" were unavailable, who would legally administer the Oath of Office, ensuring its validity and adherence to policy?
Hypothetically, if the "highest elected city official" were unavailable, who would legally administer the Oath of Office, ensuring its validity and adherence to policy?
The oath mandates supporting both the US and Indiana constitutions. Which scenario would present the MOST complex ethical dilemma directly related to this dual commitment?
The oath mandates supporting both the US and Indiana constitutions. Which scenario would present the MOST complex ethical dilemma directly related to this dual commitment?
Flashcards
Oath of Office
Oath of Office
A formal declaration made by all sworn officers of the Terre Haute Police Department before their appointment.
Administering Official
Administering Official
The person who administers the oath of office to new officers.
Support the Constitution
Support the Constitution
To uphold and defend the principles and laws outlined in the governing documents of the nation and state.
Impartially Discharge Duties
Impartially Discharge Duties
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Study Notes
- Chapter 2 covers Professional Standards and Conduct
- Section 2.03 focuses on the Oath of Office
- Effective date for this policy is August 15, 2015
Oath of Office Details
- All sworn officers must take an oath of office before being appointed
- The highest elected city official administers the oath
- The oath for the City of Terre Haute Police Department is as follows:
- "I, (name), do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Indiana, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge my duties as a member of the Police Department of the City of Terre Haute, Indiana, under the above appointment, so help me God."
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