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What is the primary goal of the policy on misuse and abuse of authority?
What is the primary goal of the policy on misuse and abuse of authority?
What is an example of misuse of authority?
What is an example of misuse of authority?
What is considered a close personal relationship according to the policy?
What is considered a close personal relationship according to the policy?
What is an example of leveraging circumstances to take unreasonable advantage of a person's lack of understanding?
What is an example of leveraging circumstances to take unreasonable advantage of a person's lack of understanding?
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What is the definition of abuse of authority?
What is the definition of abuse of authority?
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What is the purpose of the policy on misuse and abuse of authority?
What is the purpose of the policy on misuse and abuse of authority?
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What is prohibited under the Position/Identification Abuse policy?
What is prohibited under the Position/Identification Abuse policy?
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What is an example of unnecessarily granting oneself access to a private situation?
What is an example of unnecessarily granting oneself access to a private situation?
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What is an example of abuse of authority?
What is an example of abuse of authority?
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What is the significance of legitimacy in the context of the policy?
What is the significance of legitimacy in the context of the policy?
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What is the purpose of the policy on abuse of authority?
What is the purpose of the policy on abuse of authority?
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What is the expected behavior of employees regarding misuse of authority?
What is the expected behavior of employees regarding misuse of authority?
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What is not allowed under the policy on abuse of authority?
What is not allowed under the policy on abuse of authority?
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What is an example of a prohibited act under the Position/Identification Abuse policy?
What is an example of a prohibited act under the Position/Identification Abuse policy?
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What is a consequence of abusing authority?
What is a consequence of abusing authority?
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Why is it important for employees to understand the policy on abuse of authority?
Why is it important for employees to understand the policy on abuse of authority?
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Study Notes
Misuse and Abuse of Authority
- The sheriff's policy aims to protect public welfare and maintain trust by ensuring employees act professionally and lawfully.
- Abuse of authority is defined as an arbitrary and illegitimate exercise of authority that benefits the employee but harms others, e.g., violating a citizen's civil rights.
Definitions
- Close personal relationships include family members, close friends, romantic partners, business associates, and those with private interests that could influence decisions.
- Misuse of authority is exercising authority to gain an unjust advantage, e.g., accessing confidential information for personal use.
Procedures
- Employees are prohibited from engaging in misuse of authority, including:
- Unnecessarily granting themselves access to private situations without legitimate justification.
- Using authority to induce others to provide benefits to the employee or close personal relationships.
- Leveraging circumstances to take advantage of a person's lack of understanding.
- Employees are also prohibited from engaging in abuse of authority, including:
- Using authority or position for financial gain, obtaining privileges, or avoiding consequences of illegal acts.
- Delegating duties or requesting personal services unrelated to official duties.
- Permitting the use of agency-issued identification for unlawful or unethical activities.
Position/Identification Abuse
- Employees are prohibited from using their official position, ID Card, badge, or business card for personal or financial gain, obtaining privileges, or avoiding consequences of illegal acts.
- Employees are not allowed to lend their ID Card or badge to another person or permit it to be photographed or reproduced without the sheriff's approval.
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Description
This policy outlines the boundaries and guidelines for employees to prevent misuse and abuse of authority, ensuring the public's trust and welfare.