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3. Code of conduct
 
  Article 18-Police code of conduct   
18.1 Police code of conduct  
  The Police code of conduct are ten (10) sworn pledges by which all persons functioning in the position of police officer (law enforcement official) shall perform and hold their duties. Furthermore, it is expected that all police shall be thoroughly familiar with these ten pledges as to be able to recite aloud as part of important ceremonial events relating to a weekly pledge at a group meeting of precinct police each week throughout the year.
  
18.1 The Ten pledges of the police code of honor  
  The following are the Ten pledges of the police code of honor  
  In the presence of my colleagues this day I swear these to be the truths and ideals by which I will serve my country, my society and my office:  
  1. That I shall perform my duties to the best of my abilities with honor and courage;  
  2. That I pledge my allegiance to the constitution of African Union and shall do all within my power to protect its sovereignty and integrity;  
  3. That I pledge my honor and duty to uphold the memory and never forget the names of those who have fallen in the line of duty;  
  4. That I shall always uphold the integrity and independence of the force;  
  5. That I shall executive the duties of my office without fear or favour;  
  6. That I shall never allow my personal life, relationships or beliefs to be associated with, or influence in my actions in any matter before me;  
  7. That I shall seek to render my actions with care, precision and without delay;  
  8. That I shall refrain from extra-police activities excepting those that seek to enhance the status of law and administration of justice;  
  9. That I shall refrain from public and political comment whilst in office;  
  10. That I shall avoid impropriety and the appearance of impropriety;  
     
     
 
 

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