Police Code of Conduct & Ethics:

As a branch of the New South Wales Government, and due to their privileged position in society, Police NSW have a stringent Code of Conduct and Ethics. Generally, the terms of the code is as follows:

• Behave honestly and in a way that upholds the values and the good reputation of NSW Police whether on or off duty;
• Act with care and diligence when on duty;
• Know and comply with all policies, procedures and guidelines that relate to their duties;
• Treat everyone with respect, courtesy and fairness;
• Comply with any lawful and reasonable direction given by someone in NSW Police who has authority to give the direction;
• Comply with the law whether on or off duty;
• Take reasonable steps to avoid conflicts of interest, report those that can not be avoided and co-operate in their management;
• Only access, use and/or disclose confidential information if required by their duties and allowed by NSW Police policy;
• Refrain from making improper use of their position or NSW Police information or resources;
• Report the misconduct of other NSW Police employees.

At Navado we recognize that there have been past cases of misconduct against members of the NSW Police force. If you believe that you have witnessed impropriety on the part of a Police officer and suspect there has been a breach of the code, Navado may be able to assist by advising whether you have a cause of action and the prospects of succeeding in any such action.

If you are a member of the Police and an allegation or complaint has been made against you and is under investigation, we recommend that you immediately contact us to seek advice. At Navado we have both advisory and advocacy skills and have previously represented clients in the NSW Industrial Relations Commission where claims against police are often investigated. 

We invite you to contact our firm on (02) 9233 4048 or send an email to info@navado.com.au and arrange an appointment to see one of our Compliance & Regulatory Law Solicitors.

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