Code of Ethics
As a Law Enforcement Officer, my fundamental duty is to serve mankind; to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the Constitutional rights of all persons to liberty, equality and justice.
I Will keep my private live unsullied as an example to all; maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn , or ridicule; develop self-restraint; and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others. Honest in thought and deep in both my personal and official life, I will be exemplary in obeying the laws of the land and the regulations of the department. Whatever I see or hear of a confidential nature or that is confided to me in my official capacity will be kept ever secret unless revelation is necessary in the performance of my duty.
I Will never act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices, animosities or friendships to influence my decisions. With no comprise for crime and with relentless prosecution of criminals, I will enforce the law courteously and appropriately without fear or favor, malice or ill will, never employing unnecessary force or violence and never accepting gratuities.
I Recognize the badge of my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be held so long as I am true to the ethics of the police service. I will constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals, dedicating myself before God to my chosen profession - law enforcement.
The Highlands Police Department
310 Oak Street
P.O. Box 460
Highlands, NC 28741
Phone | 828.526.9431
Fax | 828.526.9326
