Welcome to the Introduction to Ethics for Law Enforcement training course. This course will focus on three basic theories that help to define the role of ethics in law enforcement. It will identify the officers’ role in relation to ethics within an organization. It is essential for officers to understand the need for high standards of ethical and moral behavior both on and off duty. The course will cover topics such as code of conduct, legal standards, and accountability. Additionally, the module will focus on lying as a public policy and the Brady/Giglio requirements for police departments.
This course will also focus on the following areas:
- Defining the terms “ethics” and “professionalism.”
- Identifying how immoral conduct by an officer adversely affects the officer’s performance of official duties.
- Identifying the rights of law enforcement officers and their relevance to appropriate professional behavior.
Instructor: Attorney Eric P. Daigle
Attorney Daigle focuses on evaluating and providing policy and training on areas of increased liability for departments across the country. Attorney Daigle’s keynote focuses on understanding current trends in legal standards, operational standards, and community concern. More importantly, the intersection between these topics to provide departments evaluation and recommendations to move forward.