Santa Barbara Police Department Law Enforcement Code of Ethics
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Santa Barbara Police Department Policy Manual Law Enforcement Code of Ethics As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve the community; to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the constitutional rights of all to liberty, equality and justice. I will keep my private life unsullied as an example to all and will behave in a manner that does not bring discredit to me or to my agency. I will maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn or ridicule; develop self-restraint; and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others. Honest in thought and deed both in my personal and official life, I will be exemplary in obeying the law and the regulations of my department. Whatever I see or hear of a confidential nature or that is confided to me in my official capacity will be kept ever secret unless revelation is necessary in the performance of my duty. I will never act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices, political beliefs, aspirations, animosities or friendships to influence my decisions. With no compromise for crime and with relentless prosecution of criminals, I will enforce the law courteously and appropriately without fear or favor, malice or ill will, never employing unnecessary force or violence and never accepting gratuities. I recognize the badge of my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be held so long as I am true to the ethics of police service. I will never engage in acts of corruption or bribery, nor will I condone such acts by other police officers. I will cooperate with all legally authorized agencies and their representatives in the pursuit of justice. I know that I alone am responsible for my own standard of professional performance and will take every reasonable opportunity to enhance and improve my level of knowledge and competence. I will constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals, dedicating myself before God to my chosen profession . law enforcement. Santa Barbara Police Department Policy Manual MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Santa Barbara Police Department is to provide for the public safety through the philosophy of community oriented policing. It is to protect and serve our community where all people can live in peace without fear of crime. It is to ensure a professional quality of service and accountability to the citizens of Santa Barbara and to all who should call upon our service. Santa Barbara Police Department Policy Manual Santa Barbara Police Department Policy Manual Table of Contents Law Enforcement Code of Ethics ........................................................................1 MISSION STATEMENT...........................................................................................2 Chapter 1 - Law Enforcement Role and Authority..............................................8 100 - Law Enforcement Authority.................................................................................... 9 106 - Policy Manual ...................................................................................................... 10 Chapter 2 - Organization and Administration...................................................13 200 - Organizational Structure and Responsibility........................................................ 14 204 - General Order...................................................................................................... 16 206 - Disaster Plan ....................................................................................................... 18 208 - Training Policy ..................................................................................................... 20 212 - Electronic Mail ..................................................................................................... 24 214 - Administrative Communications .......................................................................... 25 216 - Staffing Levels ..................................................................................................... 26 218 - Concealed Weapon License................................................................................ 27 219 - Fire and Police Commission................................................................................ 34 220 - Retired Officer CCW Endorsements.................................................................... 37 Chapter 3 - General Operations .........................................................................40 300 - Use of Force ........................................................................................................ 41 302 - Deadly Force Review........................................................................................... 48 303 - Shooting Policy / L.E.A.R.D.S.............................................................................. 50 305 - Officer Involved Shootings / L.E.A.R.D.S. Investigations .................................... 52 306 - Leg Restraint Device ........................................................................................... 66 308 - Control Devices and Techniques ......................................................................... 69 311 - Mentoring Program .............................................................................................. 79 312 - Firearms............................................................................................................... 82 314 - Vehicle Pursuit Policy .......................................................................................... 94 316 - Officer Response to Calls .................................................................................. 103 318 - Canine Program................................................................................................. 109 320 - Domestic Violence ..............................................................................................119 322 - Sexual Assault Investigation.............................................................................. 132 324 - Temporary Custody of Juveniles........................................................................ 133 326 - Elder Abuse ....................................................................................................... 143 328 - Non-Discrimination and Harassment Policy & Employee Complaint Procedure .......................................................................................................... 146 330 - Child Abuse Reporting....................................................................................... 154 332 - Missing Person Reporting.................................................................................. 159 334 - Public Alerts....................................................................................................... 163 336 - Victim and Witness Assistance.......................................................................... 167 338 - Hate Crimes....................................................................................................... 170 Table of Contents - 4 Adopted: 2013/01/01 © 1995-2012 Lexipol, LLC Santa Barbara Police Department Policy Manual 340 - Disciplinary Policy.............................................................................................. 174 341 - Use of Social Networking Websites................................................................... 182 342 - Department Computer Use................................................................................ 186 344 - Report Preparation ............................................................................................ 188 346 - News Media Relations....................................................................................... 193 348 - Court Appearance And Subpoenas................................................................... 198 350 - Reserve Officers ................................................................................................ 202 352 - Outside Agency Assistance............................................................................... 208 356 - Megan's Law...................................................................................................... 209 358 - Major Incident Notification ................................................................................. 212 360 - Death Investigation............................................................................................ 214 362 - Identity Theft...................................................................................................... 217 364 - Private Persons Arrests..................................................................................... 218 365 - Cases Involving Animals.................................................................................... 220 366 - Anti-Reproductive Rights Crimes Reporting...................................................... 223 368 - Limited English Proficiency Services................................................................. 224 369 - Cases Involving 415 PC Disturbance Complaints During Protests and Demonstrations.................................................................................................. 230 378 - Public Safety Camera System........................................................................... 232 380 - Child Safety Policy............................................................................................