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Principles of Policing
These are the principles by which we will police the Village of Midlothian.
The
policing strategy we use must preserve and advance democratic values.
All
societies must have a system for maintaining order.
In the United States, police officers must not only maintain order,
they must do so in a manner consistent with our democratic form of
government. Therefore, it is
incumbent that we operate in such a manner that not only preserves, but also
advances, the democratic values of our country.
The
Midlothian Police Department will utilize the community policing strategy in
performing its mission.
Community
policing is a strategy that is based on the following concepts:
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Police
must aggressively prevent crime and disorder.
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The
line officer must be empowered with greater freedom to make decisions
about what is to be done, and how he or she will do it, in order to
contribute to accomplishing the mission of the department.
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Problem-oriented
policing is a necessary component of policing.
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The
police are not only accountable to the community for their actions, but
also the police and community can work closely together in new ways to
solve the problems of crime and disorder.
Law-abiding people in the community deserve input into the police
process in exchange for their participation and support.
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Community policing relies on the
establishment of a clear, unambiguous link of values to behaviors.
The
purpose of the police is to protect and serve.
We protect by preventing crime, enforcing the law, and maintaining
order. We serve by solving
problems, resolving conflicts, and performing public safety and service
activities.
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It
is better to prevent a crime than to put the resources of the Department
into motion after a crime has been committed.
Preventing crime in the most effective way to create a safe
environment.
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We
must continue to vigorously seek those who commit serious crimes.
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We
must strive to maintain that degree of public order which is consistent
with freedom, and which is essential if our diverse society is to be
preserved.
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We
can increase police effectiveness by attacking the underlying problems
that give rise to incidents requiring police action.
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We
will continue to respond to the various public service and safety needs
of the community.
The
members of the Police Department are it’s most valuable asset.
The
input of our members in matters that impact job satisfaction must be sought.
Emergency:
911
Non-Emergency:
708-385-2534
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