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832 PC Arrest & Communications

LEADERSHIP, PROFESSIONALISM & ETHICS

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LEADERSHIP

“Leadership – is the practice of _________ people, while using ethical values and goals, to produce an intended change.”

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LEADERSHIP

Core Competency and Trait Knowledge Courage ______________ Professionalism Personal Character Decision Making/Problem Solving ______________

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LEADERSHIP-Authority & Power

__________comes from what your role is. Peace officers have the ability to compel behavior, enforce laws based solely on their legal status.

__________ comes from who you are, your capacity to influence and inspire others.

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LEADERSHIP

The public expects you to lead, to be innovative and __________________ that contribute to crime and disorder.

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UNIVERSAL COMPONENTS OF LEADERSHIP

__________= acceptance of a person’s authority.

vs. ___________ = outward manifestation of an

internal willingness to embrace leadership values (positive reinforcement to do what is right).

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UNIVERSAL COMPONENTS OF LEADERSHIP

Leadership is a _______________, something we do with other people.

Leadership is learned through __________ behaviors, modeling and practical experience.

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CIRCLE OF INFLUENCE

Circle of Concern

Circle of Influence

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UNIVERSAL COMPONENTS OF LEADERSHIP

Work/Personal Development

Peace Officer

Family/Community

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Universal Components of Leadership

“Leadership and learning are __________ to each other” John F. Kennedy (35th President

Formal: Agency, College, Community Informal: Reading, Experiences, Studying,

Community Involvement

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OFFICER AS A LEADER

Prepare yourself ______________ to lead! “Before everything else, getting ready is the

secret to success.” Henry Ford

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OFFICER AS A LEADER

Peace Officers make hundreds of “_________ ___________” on a daily basis.

Personal grooming, demeanor, language, cleanliness, equipment and expression will create a first impression before you open you mouth. _________________!

Peer Leadership Modeling “Walk your Talk”

Ken Blanchard (author)

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OFFICER AS A LEADER

Taking charge Intervening Sharing Knowledge & Experience “______________” it is the only constant, sharing

information, new tactics, criminal behaviors, and work practices.

Expect change, adapt, and embrace the challenge.

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OFFICER AS A FOLLOWER

Examine _____ _______ for change. Be a supportive ______ player. Recognize other people’s expertise within

the community and your organization. ____________ is required in order to lead

effectively.

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PROFESSIONALISM

DEFINITION: Adherence to high standards of behavior and

training required in a particular occupation or profession.

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CHARACTERISTICS OF A PROFESSION

Shared sense of purpose Common body of knowledge Standardized training Being vital to the well being of society System of _________ __ ___________ Code of ethics/code of professional conduct

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PUBLIC TRUST

Is the __________of a peace officers authority. Previous experiences with L/E Develop or enhance L/E community partnerships General pub apathy & prevailing attitudes Impact of family structure Social and/or economic conditions Situations that promote high level fear or sense of

collective victimization Media treatment of L/E events

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VALUES & ETHICS __________________:

Fundamental beliefs on which decisions and conduct are based

Ethics:Accepted rule of conduct governing an individual or a group

____________Personal convictions about right and wrong

Principles:Ethical standards that people rely on for guidance and decision making

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ETHICAL CONDUCT IMPORTANCE

Must be a ______________ for those in L/E Maintaining community’s trust requires high

standards of ethical conduct Unethical conduct affects the image and morale

and offends officers throughout the profession & country

“Golden Rule” – “do unto others as you would have others do unto you”

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EXPECTIONS OF PEACE OFFICERS

Agency Expectations: Peer Expectations: _____________ Expectations: Community Expectations:

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COMMUNITY EXPECTATIONS

“Career Survival” – _________________, making good choices.

Keep community safe & secure ______________ Respond promptly to calls Demonstrate professional behavior ___________ Protect human rights Address crime & disorder Solve problems in fair & impartial manner

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ETHICAL REPORT WRITING

Summarize the facts, don’t “cut & paste” ___________ a report, nor allow some else

to change your report with your name on it Write your report free of speculation, bias,

or personal opinions. You are a __________ _________!

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BENEFITS OF PROFESSIONAL & ETHICAL BEHAVIOR

Officer-Promotes professionalism, self esteem, resp co-workers, sense of doing right thing, professional rep in community

Agency-Improves moral, reinforce standard of performance, improves agency reputation

Community-rec equitable L/E, sense security & trust, increase community partnerships

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CONSEQUENCES OF UNETHICAL CONDUCT

________________ – written, oral, termination Agency/Personal liability (punitive damages) Public Embarrassment (individual/agency/family) ______________ negative stereotypes Reduction in effectiveness Diminish public trust & cooperation Compromise officer safety

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CODE OF ETHICS/CONDUCT

IACP- 1956 POST requires administered to all peace

officers in State Code of Professional Conduct-1979, comp

of “__________________” (w/b p 1-43)

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Unprofessional Conduct & Intervention

Officer’s resp to intervene, prevent or stop _____________ or unlawful behavior

Allows peace officers to maintain or restore professional control over a given situation

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BEHAVIOR REQUIRING INTERVENTION

Unlawful use of force Unlawful arrest Constitutional violation P/O had reasonable opp to prevent harm _________________ use of language Other unlawful, unethical or inappropriate

behaviors

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LEGAL BASIS FOR INTERVENTION

U.S. Constitution-Federal Law Unlaw action under color authority-Title 18, sec

_______, Title 42, sec 1983 Inhumane/oppressive treatment of prisoners,

unnecessary use of force, assaulting, beating anyone (PC 147-149-673)

Neglecting or vio an official duty while holding public office (________)

Lawful resistance to excessive use of force (PC 692/693)

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FACTORS INHIBITING INTERVENTIONS

Officer is friends with the co-worker Feels it is someone else’s responsibility ____________ ________ Fear consequences, ostracized ______________ or unfamiliar with the proper

action to remedy the situation Psychologically unprepared to intervene

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LEVELS OF INTERVENTION

Advance, immediate, delayed: Verbal-discuss of expectations Command presence (Sgt/Lt) Physical intervention:

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Stepping in

Restraining

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DELAYED INTERVENTION

Discussion/admonishment-Talk about the improprieties of unprofessional behavior

Referral/training-If problem continues, additional training may help-third party

Reporting-factual documentation

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ETHICAL DECISION MAKING STRATEGIES

____________ Determine stakeholders Consider options/course of action Possible consequences ____________ Re-access