POLI 398 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Act Policing, Banana Republic, Professional Code Of Quebec

• School: Concordia University
• Department: Political Sc
• Course: POLI 398
• Professor: Danis

Document Summary

Applies to police officers, special constables, anyone with authority within the force of quebec. There is a section that applies solely to police officers of another province or territory of canada (cross- jurisdictional powers). Establishes the duties and standards of conduct of police officers in their relations with the public in the performance of their duties. Intended to ensure better protection of the public by developing high standards of public service and professional conscience within police depts. and to ensure respect of human rights and freedoms (charter). Failure to respect this code = imposition of penalty under the police act. Police officers shall promote the development of his profession through exchange of knowledge, participation in upgrading courses and training programs. Must perform his duties with integrity: not damage property, must not illegally dispose of property, not knowingly file false or inaccurate report concerning any person.