Law Enforcement Oath of Honor
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The Law enforcement
oath of honor
Adapted from the Law Enforcement Oath of Honor Video produced by IACP and LETV. View the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUDczg27Fl4&feature=share&list=UUY6ahcARglFVAkevrgtBNcg
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There is a reason why many communities refer to their police forces as “Our Finest.”
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Standards should and must be
higher for the individuals given
the power, authority, and
responsibility of a sworn officer.
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Law enforcement personnel should willingly accept the responsibility to be a
role model for ethical behavior
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Key words in the oath of honor
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HONOR
Giving one’s word as a bond or guarantee
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betray
A breach of faith and proving to be false
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integrity
Firm adherence principles in both public and private
life
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character
The qualities and standards of behavior that distinguish and
individual
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Public trust
The duty imposed in faith to those who are sworn to
serve
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courage
Having the mental and moral strength to venture forth, preserve, withstand,
and overcome danger, difficulty, and fear
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Accountability
Being responsible and answerable for our
actions
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community
The citizens of the jurisdiction we serve
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On my honor, I will never betray my profession, my integrity, character, or the public trust. I will always have the
courage to hold myself and others accountable for our actions. I will
always uphold the laws of my country, my community, and the agency I serve.
Oath of honor
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