NC BLET ETHICS EXAM Q&A
Morals - Answer-principles of right and wrong
Ethics - Answer-The discipline of determining good and evil and defining moral duties
Oath of Honor - Answer-On my honor, I will never betray my badge, my integrity, my
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 constitution, my community, and
the agency I serve.
Honor - Answer-One's word is given as a guarantee
Betray - Answer-Breaking faith with public trust
Badge - Answer-Symbol of your office
Integrity - Answer-Being the same person in both private and public life
Character - Answer-Qualities that distinguish an individual
Public Trust - Answer-A charge of duty imposed in faith toward those you serve
Courage - Answer-Having the strength to withstand unethical pressure, fear or danger
Accountability - Answer-You are answerable and responsible to your oath of office
Community - Answer-The jurisdiction and citizens you serve
Code of Ethics - Answer-As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve
the community; to safeguard lives and property...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...I
will never act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices...I recognize the badge
of my office as a symbol of public faith. I will never engage in acts of corruption or
bribery...I know that I alone am responsible for my own standard of professional
performance.
Code of Conduct - Answer-All law enforcement officers must be fully aware of the
ethical responsibilities of their position and must strive constantly to live up to the
highest possible standards of professional policing.
Ethical Mandates - Answer-•Primary Responsibilities of a Police Officer
•Performance of the Duties of a Police Officer
•Discretion
Morals - Answer-principles of right and wrong
Ethics - Answer-The discipline of determining good and evil and defining moral duties
Oath of Honor - Answer-On my honor, I will never betray my badge, my integrity, my
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 constitution, my community, and
the agency I serve.
Honor - Answer-One's word is given as a guarantee
Betray - Answer-Breaking faith with public trust
Badge - Answer-Symbol of your office
Integrity - Answer-Being the same person in both private and public life
Character - Answer-Qualities that distinguish an individual
Public Trust - Answer-A charge of duty imposed in faith toward those you serve
Courage - Answer-Having the strength to withstand unethical pressure, fear or danger
Accountability - Answer-You are answerable and responsible to your oath of office
Community - Answer-The jurisdiction and citizens you serve
Code of Ethics - Answer-As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve
the community; to safeguard lives and property...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...I
will never act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices...I recognize the badge
of my office as a symbol of public faith. I will never engage in acts of corruption or
bribery...I know that I alone am responsible for my own standard of professional
performance.
Code of Conduct - Answer-All law enforcement officers must be fully aware of the
ethical responsibilities of their position and must strive constantly to live up to the
highest possible standards of professional policing.
Ethical Mandates - Answer-•Primary Responsibilities of a Police Officer
•Performance of the Duties of a Police Officer
•Discretion
