NC BLET Ethics For Professional Law Enforcement Exam Questions and Answers

Rule of Law - ANSWER-Allows out society to function as a society where individuals expect justice. Morals - ANSWER-Principles of right or wrong Ethics - ANSWER-The discipline of determining good and evil & defining moral duties Honor - ANSWER-Ones word is given as a guarantee Betray - ANSWER-Breaking faith with Public trust Badge - ANSWER-Symbol of your office Integrity - ANSWER-same person in private and public Character - ANSWER-Qualities that distinguish an individual Public Trust - ANSWER-A charge of duty imposed in faith towards those you serve Courage - ANSWER-The strength to withstand unethical pressure, fear of danger Accountability - ANSWER-Answerable Community - ANSWER-The jurisdiction and citizens served Art. 1 Primary Responsibility of the job - ANSWER-the protection of the people through upholding of laws Art. 2 Limitation of Authority - ANSWER-The American government gives no man absolute power Art. 3 Duty to be familiar with the law - ANSWER-Leo shall study the principles od the law and seek aid when unclear Art. 4 Using proper means to gain proper end - ANSWER-Pay strict heed to selection of means in discharging duties. Art. 5 Cooperation with public officails in their duty - ANSWER-Cooperate fully with other public official's Art. 6 Private Conduct - ANSWER-Expressing either disrespect for the law or seeking special privilege reflects the police service Art. 7 Conduct toward the public - ANSWER-Deal with individuals in a manner to instill respect for laws and inspire confidence and trust Art. 8 Conduct in arresting/dealing w/ violators - ANSWER-Use powers of arrest strictly in accordance w/ the law & due regards to rights of citizens Art. 9 Gifts and Favors - ANSWER-Guards against positions in which any person can expect special consideration. Be firm in refusing gifts, favors, gratuities. Art. 10 Presentation of evidence - ANSWER-LEO shall ascertain what constitutes evidence and shall present evidence impartially and without malice Art. 11 Attitude toward the profession - ANSWER-Recognize responsibility as a public servant Noble cause corruption - ANSWER-rationalization that the "end" of crime fighting justifies "means" that might be illegal