Police Code of Conduct Quiz

12 Questions

What must all officers obey according to the text?

The Statement of Values and Code of Conduct and Ethics

How must officers behave when off duty according to the text?

They must remain professional and law-abiding

What is not allowed when officers are 'messing around' according to the text?

All of the above

When can officers 'mess around' according to the text?

Only inside the PD where others cannot see

What is the only exception to following commands from higher ranks?

Commands to be unethical

What must all police officers follow according to the text?

All of the above

What is required for a Police Officer to be promoted to the rank of Corporal?

Arrests + Public Engagement

Which of the following equipment are Police Officers allowed to keep with them when off duty?

Radio, Badge, Gun, and Flashlight

What is the consequence if a Police Officer is found to have PD issued equipment on them when off duty, other than the allowed items?

They will be given a strike

How many monthly occurrences of not clocking out are Police Officers provided before receiving a strike?

What is the consequence for Police Officers found to be corrupt after a full investigation and proof?

They will be terminated, and all evidence will be sent to the Government

Which of the following statements is correct regarding Police Officer partners?

All Police Officers on duty should have a partner when able, except for commissioned police officers

Study Notes

Discipline and General Conduct

Police Officers must obey the Statement of Values and Code of Conduct and Ethics, and remain respectful, ethical, and professional on and off duty.
Officers must treat each other fairly and with respect, regardless of rank.
Off-duty behavior must reflect positively on the police force, and officers are expected to remain kind and law-abiding.

Professional Conduct

Officers are not allowed to engage in messing around outside of the Police Department (PD) with others.
Messing around can only be done with other officers inside PD, with mutual consent, and non-lethal weapons only (Tasers and non-Lethal weapons allowed).
The chain of command must be followed, and officers must execute appropriate commands from higher ranks, except for unethical or corrupt commands.

Protocols and Procedures

All employees must know and comply with all LSPD Police protocols, procedures, and guidelines related to their job.
Police officers must follow the uniform guideline, with exceptions for specialist divisions.
Officers on duty should have a partner when possible, except for commissioned police officers who may patrol alone due to their duties.

Confidentiality and Corruption

Sensitive/confidential police information must not be disclosed to anyone without clearance.
Police corruption will not be tolerated, and anyone found to be corrupt will be terminated and evidence will be sent to the Government.

Off-Duty Conduct

When going off duty, officers are expected to store all PD-issued equipment in the locker, except for Radio, Badge, Gun, and Flashlight, and then change out of PD uniform and clock out on PD Discord.
Failure to comply with these requirements will result in disciplinary action.

Rank Promotion and Unlocks

Minimum requirements for rank promotions are based on hours, arrests, traffic stops, and exams.
Ranks are based on performance and integrity, evaluated by the department.
Rank requirements include:
- Recruit: Training manual + 10 hours with an FTO
- Rookie: 5 hours with an FTO + Arrests + Traffic Stops + LSPD SOP Exam
- Officer: Arrests + Public Engagement
- Senior Officer: Arrests + Public Engagement
- Corporal: Supervisor Management + FTO Requirements
- Sergeant: Pre-Command + Supervisor Management + FTO Requirements
- Lieutenant: Low Command + Management of out of City duties
- Captain: First level of High Command + Management of out of City duties
- Assistant Chief: Highest level of High Command + Management of out of City duties