In Situation 1, one of the officers was accusing his partner of drinking frequently while on duty. Drinking on duty is common that most people suspect it to be in the department. All members of the service must be fit for duty at all times and will not consume intoxicants to the extent that such member becomes unfit for duty. Members are reminded of their absolute responsibility to remain fit for duty while in possession of their firearms. Any misconduct involving a member’s misuse of a firearm while unfit for duty due to excessive consumption of, and intoxication from, alcohol will result in that member’s termination. The officer should be fit for duty at all time. The officer can cause serious physical injury to another person and even their partner because of their unfit state to serve. …show more content…
The woman offering sexual favors to the officer and the male was offering a check to avoid the situation. Both officers in the situations accepted the bribes while on duty. Bribe receiving may be charged when a public servant solicits or accepts a benefit to influence the public servant's present or future conduct. Public confidence in the police must be built on the knowledge that the Department protects the rights of its citizens impartially and professionally. Since the police are viewed as defenders of law and order, discovery of criminal activity within the Department brings about a strong backlash of public