Police Policies And Civilians

Summary

Police department policies are internal guidelines for officers and not enforceable as law for civilians. Civilians are not subject to these policies unless under specific legal obligations or roles requiring confidentiality. Compliance with local, state, and federal laws is necessary. Consult a legal professional for advice on specific situations.

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As a private citizen civilian, am I subject to police department policies?
As a private citizen, you are generally not subject to police department policies. These policies are designed for police officers and govern their conduct. However, you must comply with local, state, and federal laws. Is there a specific issue or incident you're dealing with?
When is a free private civilian citizen, who has not been detained or arrested, required to obey police department confidentiality policies?
As a private civilian citizen, you are not generally required to obey police department confidentiality policies unless you are in a specific situation, such as:
- Being under a legal obligation, like a subpoena or court order.
- Participating in a program or role that requires confidentiality as a condition, such as a police informant or certain community advisory boards.
Are you involved in any specific situation where you feel these policies might apply to you?