A. 
Law enforcement is an honorable calling. Service in this field demands a professional rather than an occupational philosophy. Personal honor, a desire for professional status, and devotion to service above self are the motives which compel a police officer to discharge his responsibility in full measure.
B. 
A police officer's life is one of self-sacrificing service to a high ideal, based upon his recognition of the responsibilities entrusted to him and the belief that law enforcement is an honorable vocation. He fully accepts his responsibilities to defend the right, to protect the weak, to aid the distressed and to uphold the law in public and private living. He accepts the obligation to report facts and to testify without bias or display of emotion, and to consider all information coming to his knowledge by virtue of his position, as a sacred trust, to be used for official purposes only. He gives his loyal and faithful attention to the identification and apprehension of criminals, being equally alert to protect the innocent and prosecute the guilty. He performs the functions of his office without fear, favor or prejudice and does not engage in unlawful or improper practices.
C. 
He does not disclose to unauthorized persons any information concerning pending matters which might be prejudicial to the interests of the state, the Town or the Department.
D. 
He does not seek to benefit personally by any confidential information which has come to him by virtue of his assignment. He is respectful and courteous to all citizens. He is faithful and loyal to his organization, constantly striving to cooperate with and to promote better relations with all regularly constituted law enforcement agencies and their respectives in matters of mutual interest and obligation.
E. 
Rigid adherence to the principles set out above is mandatory for anyone accepting a position in the Belvidere Police Department. Acceptance of these principles should not be perfunctory; it should be weighed carefully. Citizens are quick to criticize any misconduct of members of the Department; the community places a trust in police officers and expects them to so conduct themselves as to merit this trust. Members should be proud to hold a position that demands so much.
F. 
There must be a moral philosophy and strong appreciation of the need for service in any profession. Unwavering adherence to such a moral philosophy will earn for police officers the respect and support of the public.
G. 
Each member of the Belvidere Police Department will be required to conform to the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics, as contained herein.
A. 
Standard of conduct. Members and employees shall conduct their private and professional lives in such a manner as to avoid bringing the Department into disrepute.
B. 
Loyalty. Loyalty to the Department and to associates is an important factor in departmental morale and efficiency. Members and employees shall maintain a loyalty to the Department and their associates as is consistent with the law and personal ethics.
C. 
Cooperation. Cooperation between the ranks and units of the Department is essential to effective law enforcement. Therefore, all members are strictly charged with establishing and maintaining a high spirit of cooperation within the Department.
D. 
Assistance. All members are required to take appropriate police action toward aiding a fellow peace officer exposed to danger or in a situation where danger might be impending.
A. 
Members of the Department are always subject to duty, and they shall, at all times, respond to the lawful orders of superior officers and other proper authorities as well as calls for police assistance from citizens. Proper police action must be taken whenever required. The administrative delegation of the enforcement of certain laws and ordinances to particular units of the Department does not relieve members of other units from the responsibility of taking prompt, effective police action within the scope of those laws and ordinances when the occasion so requires. Members assigned to special duties are not relieved from taking proper action outside the scope of their specialized assignment when necessary.
(1) 
Neglect of duty. Members and employees shall not commit any act nor shall they be guilty of any omission that constitutes neglect of duty.
(2) 
Insubordination. Members or employees shall not commit acts of insubordination. The following specific acts are prohibited by this section:
(a) 
Failure or deliberate refusal to obey a lawful order given by a superior officer.
(b) 
Any disrespectful, mutinous, insolent or abusive language or action toward a superior officer.
(3) 
Questions regarding assignment. Members and employees in doubt as to the nature or detail of their assignment shall seek such information from their supervisors by going through the chain of command.
(4) 
Knowledge of laws and regulations. Every member is required to establish and maintain a working knowledge of all laws and ordinances in force in the Town, the rules and policies of the Department and the orders of the Department thereof. In the event of improper action or breach of discipline, it will be presumed that the member was familiar with the law, rule or policy in question.
(5) 
Performance of duty. All members and employees shall perform their duties as required or directed by law, departmental rule, policy or order, or by order of a superior officer. All lawful duties required by competent authority shall be performed promptly as directed, notwithstanding the general assignment of duties and responsibilities.
(6) 
Obedience to laws and regulations. Members and employees shall observe and obey all laws and ordinances, all rules and regulations of the Department and all general or special orders of the Department.
(7) 
Establishing elements of violation. Existence of facts establishing a violation of a law, ordinance or rule is all that is necessary to support any allegation of such as a basis for a charge under this section. It is not necessary that a formal complaint be filed or sustained. Nothing in this Manual of Rules prohibits disciplining or charging members or employees merely because the alleged act or omission does not appear herein, in departmental orders, or in laws and ordinances within the cognizance of the Department.
(8) 
Reporting violations of laws, ordinances, rules or orders. Members and employees knowing of other members or employees violating laws, ordinances, rules of the Department, or disobeying orders, shall report same in writing to the Chief of Police via official channels. If the member or employee believes the information is of such gravity that it must be brought to immediate personal attention of the Chief of Police, official channels may be bypassed.
(9) 
Conduct toward superior and subordinate officers and associates. Members and employees shall treat superior officers, subordinates and associates with respect. They shall be courteous and civil at all times in their relationships with one another. When on duty and particularly in the presence of other members, employees or the public, officers should be referred to by rank.
(10) 
Criticism of official acts or orders. Members and employees shall not criticize the official actions, instructions or orders of any Department member in a manner which is defamatory, obscene, unlawful or which tends to impair the efficient operation of the Department.
(11) 
Manner of issuing orders. Orders from superior to subordinate shall be in clear and understandable language, civil in tone and issued in pursuit of departmental business.
(12) 
Unlawful orders. No command or supervisory officer shall knowingly issue any order which is in violation of any law or ordinance of departmental rules.
(13) 
Obedience to unlawful orders. Obedience to an unlawful order is never a defense for an unlawful action; therefore, no member or employee is required to obey any order which is contrary to federal or state law or local ordinance. Responsibility for refusal to obey rests with the member. He shall be strictly required to justify his action.
(14) 
Obedience to unjust or improper orders. Members or employees who are given orders they feel to be unjust or contrary to rules and regulations must first obey the order to the best of their ability and then may proceed to appeal as provided below.
(15) 
Conflicting orders. Upon receipt of an order conflicting with any previous order or instruction, the member or employee affected will advise the person issuing the second order of this fact. Responsibility for countermanding the original instruction then rests with the individual issuing the second order. If so directed, the latter command shall be obeyed first. Orders will be countermanded, or conflicting orders will be issued only when reasonably necessary for the good of the department.
(16) 
Reports and appeals: unlawful, unjust, improper orders. A member or employee receiving an unlawful, unjust or improper order shall, at first opportunity, report in writing to the Chief of Police through official channels. This report shall contain the facts of the incident and the action taken.
(17) 
Gifts, gratuities, fees, rewards, loans, etc., soliciting. Members and employees shall not under any circumstances solicit any gift, gratuity, loan or fee where there is any direct or indirect connection between solicitation and their departmental membership or employment. This does not prohibit authorized solicitation of contributions to the Patrolman Benevolence Association after proper authorization by the County Prosecutor.
(18) 
Acceptance of gifts, gratuities, fees, loans, etc. Members and employees shall not accept, either directly or indirectly, any gift, gratuity, loan, fee or any other thing of value arising from or offered because of police employment or any activity connected with said employment. Members and employees shall not accept any gift, gratuity, loan, fee or other thing in value, the acceptance of which might tend to influence directly or indirectly the actions of said member or employee or any other member or employee in any matter or police business; or which might tend to cast an adverse reflection on the Department or any member or employee thereof. No member or employee of the Department shall receive any gift or gratuity from other members or employees junior in rank without the express permission of the Chief of Police.
(19) 
Other transactions. Every member and employee is prohibited from buying or selling anything of value from or to any complainant, suspect, witness, defendant, prisoner or other person involved in any case which has come to his attention or which arose out of his departmental employment except as may be specifically authorized by the Chief of Police.
(20) 
Rewards. Members and employees shall not accept any gift, gratuity or reward in money or other consideration for services rendered in the line of duty to the community or to any person, business or agency except lawful salary and that which may be authorized by law.
(21) 
Disposition of unauthorized gifts, gratuities, etc. Any unauthorized gift, gratuity, loan, fee, reward or other thing falling into any of these categories coming into the possession of any member or employee shall be forwarded to the office of the Chief of Police together with a written report explaining the circumstances connected therewith.
(22) 
Free admissions and passes. Members and employees shall not solicit free admission to theaters and other places of amusement for themselves or others except in the line of duty.
(23) 
Debts: incurring and payment.
(a) 
No member or employee shall borrow any money or otherwise become indebted to any other member or employee.
(b) 
Members and employees shall not solicit other members or employees to cosign or endorse any promissory note or other loan.
(c) 
No member or employee shall offer to act as a cosigner or endorser of any promissory note or other loan for another member or employee.
(d) 
Members and employees shall pay all just debts and legal liabilities incurred by them promptly.
(24) 
Intercession: soliciting. Members and employees shall not solicit anyone to intercede with the Chief of Police, Police Commissioner, Mayor or members of the Council in relation to promotion assignments, disposition of pending charges or findings in a department trial or other related matter. This shall not preclude, however, a member's right to legal counsel or P.B.A. representation.
(25) 
Persons and places of bad reputation. Members and employees shall not frequent places of bad reputation, nor associate with persons of bad reputation, except as may be required in the course of police duty.
(26) 
Withholding information. Members and employees shall not, at any time, withhold any information concerning criminal activity.
A. 
Prohibited activity on duty. Members and employees are prohibited from engaging in the following activities while on duty, with exceptions as noted:
(1) 
Sleeping, loafing, idling.
(2) 
Recreational reading (except at meals).
(3) 
Conducting private business.
(4) 
Carrying of newspapers or other articles (except in the performance of police duty).
(5) 
Drinking intoxicating beverages (except in performance of a police duty, and then, only with the specific consent of a commanding officer and never in uniform).
(6) 
Gambling, unless to further a police purpose.
B. 
Alcoholic beverages and drugs.
(1) 
No member or employee of the Department will appear for or be on duty under the influence of liquor or drugs or be unfit for duty because of their excessive use.
(2) 
Members or employees of the Department shall not drink any kind of intoxicating beverage while on duty or take any drugs not duly prescribed and necessary for health at any time.
(3) 
Members or employees of the Department shall refrain from drinking intoxicating beverages for a reasonable period before going on duty.
(4) 
Members and employees shall not bring into or keep any intoxicating liquor or drugs on Department premises except when necessary in the performance of a police task. Liquor or drugs brought into department premises in the furtherance of a police task shall be properly identified and stored according to Department policy.
C. 
Consumption of intoxicants. Members and employees shall not consume intoxicants while on duty to the extent that evidence of such consumption is apparent when reporting for duty, or to the extent that ability to perform duty is impaired. Members shall not consume intoxicants while on duty unless necessary in the performance of a police task and then only with the specific permission of a commanding officer and never in uniform.
D. 
Loitering. All members on duty or in uniform shall not enter taverns, theaters or other public places except to perform a police task. Loitering and unnecessary conversation in such locations is forbidden. Eating in a licensed liquor establishment, although not forbidden, is discouraged. Members and employees off duty and not on any official standby shall not loiter in Department areas.
E. 
Military courtesy. When meeting in public, officers shall conform to normal courtesy standards and refer to each other by rank.
F. 
National colors and anthem. Uniformed members will render full military honors to the National Colors and Anthem at appropriate times. Members and employees in civilian dress shall render proper civilian honors to the National Colors and Anthem at appropriate times.
G. 
Roll call. Unless otherwise directed, members and employees shall report to daily roll call at the time and place specified, properly uniformed and equipped. They shall give careful attention to orders and instructions avoiding unnecessary talking or movement.
H. 
Relief. All members and employees are to remain at their assignment and on duty until properly relieved by another member or employee or until dismissed by competent authority.
I. 
Meals. Members may suspend their police duty for a lunch period to be taken within their beats. Meals shall be eaten with reasonable dispatch.
J. 
Reporting. Members and employees shall promptly submit such reports as are required by the performance of their duties or by competent authority.
K. 
Absence from duty. Every member or employee who fails to appear for duty at the date, time and place specified for so doing without the consent of superior officer is absent without leave. Such absences within the period of one day must be reported in writing to the Chief.
L. 
Inspections. From time to time, the Chief of Police may call for full dress inspections of the Department or any part thereof. Members directed to attend such inspections shall report in the uniform prescribed, carrying the equipment specified. Unauthorized absence from such inspection is chargeable as absence without leave.
M. 
Training. All members shall attend in-service training in the theory and practice of law enforcement at the direction of the Chief of Police. Such attendance is considered a duty assignment.
N. 
Physical fitness for duty. All members of the Department shall maintain good physical condition so they can handle the strenuous physical contacts often required of a law enforcement officer. Overweight and obesity will be considered to be poor physical condition.
O. 
Smoking while on duty. Members and employees shall not smoke on duty while in direct contact with the public nor when in uniform in public view, except that smoking is permitted in public view at mealtimes and while patrolling in police automobiles, at which times it shall be as inconspicuous as possible.
P. 
Possession of keys. No member, unless authorized by his commanding officer, shall possess keys to any premises, not his own, on or near his beat.
Q. 
Address and telephone numbers. Immediately upon reporting for duty in a new unit, members and employees shall record their correct residence address and telephone number with the commanding officer. Members and employees are required to have telephones in the place where they reside. Changes in address or telephone number shall be reported to the commanding officer within 24 hours of the change. This shall be done in writing on the appropriate form and within the specified time whether the member or employee is working or on leave.
All members of the Department shall maintain in good order a regulation uniform. Members shall be neat appearing, clean-shaven and well groomed while in uniform. All articles of uniform shall conform to the departmental uniform regulations. Members shall not wear the uniform or any part off duty, except while traveling to and from duty without the permission of the commanding officer.
A. 
Wearing the uniform. Uniforms shall be kept neat, clean and well pressed at all times. While wearing the uniform, members shall maintain a military bearing, avoiding mannerisms such as slouching, shuffling and hands in the pockets. The uniform cap shall be worn whenever out of doors, unless otherwise directed by competent authority.
B. 
Manner of dress on duty. Normally, members will wear the duty uniform on a tour of duty; however, commanding officers may prescribe other clothing as required by the nature of the duty to which a particular member is assigned. Civilian employees will wear and maintain an employee uniform when so directed by the Chief of Police.
C. 
Wearing or carrying badge. A member, when in uniform, shall wear the regulation badge on the outside of the outermost garment over the left breast and always in sight. When not in uniform or off duty, he shall carry his badge in his pocket. He shall only carry and exhibit a badge number assigned to him.
D. 
Wearing of name badge. A member, when in uniform, shall wear the regulation name badge on his uniform shirt or dress jacket.
E. 
Altering style of uniform. Uniforms shall be made of the material and the style prescribed in Police Department orders, and such style shall not be altered or changed in any manner whatsoever, unless authorized by the Chief of Police.
F. 
Carrying required equipment when in uniform.
(1) 
While on duty, except when assigned to office duties, members who are required to wear the specified uniform shall always carry as full equipment the following:
(a) 
A badge.
(b) 
Police Department identification card.
(c) 
Revolver and ammunition (department issued or approved).
(d) 
Whistle.
(e) 
Handcuffs.
(f) 
Flashlight, as necessary.
(2) 
A member shall also carry specially issued equipment and forms necessary for performing his duties.
G. 
Equipment in civilian clothes and on duty.
(1) 
While on duty, members who are required to wear civilian clothes shall carry as full equipment the following:
(a) 
A badge.
(b) 
A revolver and ammunition (Department issued or approved).
(c) 
Handcuffs.
(d) 
Police Department identification card.
(2) 
The exception to the above may be where the members are assigned to station office duties.
H. 
Civilian clothing, manner of dress. Male members and employees permitted to wear civilian clothing during a tour of duty shall wear either a business suit or sport coat and slacks. A dress-type shirt with tie shall be worn. Commanding officers may prescribe other types of clothing when necessary to meet a particular police objective. Female members and employees permitted to wear civilian clothing shall conform to standards of wearing apparel normally worn by office personnel in private business firms, unless otherwise directed. All articles of clothing shall be of a conservative nature.
I. 
Equipment. All equipment must be clean, in good working order and conform to Department specifications.
J. 
Off-duty equipment. Members may carry an authorized firearm and official identification when off-duty and in public in the Town of Belvidere.
K. 
Registering equipment with the Department. Members are required to register with the Department the description and serial number of any firearm they may carry.
L. 
Firearms display and discharge. Members shall never display firearms unnecessarily or draw them in any public place except for inspection or official use. Members are required to report any deliberate or accidental discharge of firearms (except routine target practice). This report is to be made according to current departmental procedures. Members shall exhaust every other means of apprehension before resorting to the use of firearms.
M. 
Uniform and equipment damage claims. Any claims for damage to clothing, equipment and eyeglasses caused by performance of duty shall be made in accordance with current departmental directives.
N. 
Compensation for other damages sustained on duty. Members and employees shall not seek in any way nor shall they accept from any person money or other compensation for damages sustained or expenses incurred by them in the line of duty without first notifying the Chief of Police in writing.
O. 
Compensation for damages off-duty. Members and employees who have received regular sick leave or injured off-duty salary from the Town for illness or injury sustained off-duty shall notify the Chief of Police in writing of any intent to seek, sue, solicit or accept compensation as damages for such illness or injury. This notice shall be filed before any action is taken. It shall include the fact of the claim and the name of the respondent.
P. 
Personal appearance. Every member and employee of the Department, while on duty, must at all times be neat and clean in person, his clothes clean and pressed and his uniform in conformity with rules and regulations. He shall, as often as necessary, examine and clean his equipment and keep it always in good serviceable condition. Male members and employees shall conform to the following additional standards of appearance:
(1) 
Hair shall be evenly trimmed at all times while on duty. The maximum extension of the hair outward from the top of the head will be two inches. The maximum extension from the sides of the head shall be two inches, provided that hair shall be gradually tapered so that it does not protrude outward beyond the top (upper helix) of the ear and so that it otherwise gives an overall even appearance. The hair shall at no point extend downward more than 1/2 inch beyond the hairline at the back of the neck and in no event extend over the shirt collar in normal posture.
(2) 
Sideburns shall not extend below the bottom of the ear. The maximum width at the bottom of the sideburns shall not exceed 1 1/4 inch.
(3) 
A clean-shaven appearance is required, except that mustaches are permitted. Mustaches shall be neatly trimmed and shall not extend more than 1/2 inch beyond the corners of the mouth nor below the corner of the mouth. The remainder of the face shall be clean shaven.
(4) 
Beards shall not be permitted.
(5) 
Personnel with a medical condition which precludes shaving shall be required to present a written statement, signed by medical doctor, verifying such condition.
Members and employees are responsible for the proper care of Department property and equipment assigned to them. Damaged or lost property may subject the responsible individual to reimbursement charges and appropriate disciplinary action.
A. 
Damaged, inoperative property or equipment. Members and employees shall immediately report to their commanding officer on designated forms any loss of or damage to departmental property assigned to or used by them. The immediate superior will be notified of any defects or hazardous conditions existing in any Department equipment or property.
B. 
Care of department buildings. Members and employees shall not mar, mark or deface any surface in any departmental building. No material shall be affixed in any way to any wall in departmental buildings without specific authorization from a commanding officer.
C. 
Notices. Members and employees shall not mark, alter or deface any posted notice of the Department. Notices or announcements shall not be posted on bulletin boards without permission of a commanding officer. No notices of a derogatory nature will be posted at any time.
D. 
Manual's maintenance. All members and employees issued manuals are responsible for their maintenance and will make appropriate changes or inserts as they arise.
E. 
Surrender of Department property. Members and employees are required to surrender all Department property in their possession upon separation from the service. Failure to return nonexpendable items may cause the person to reimburse the Department for the fair market value of the article(s). The Chief shall withhold a final paycheck upon separation until all Department property is surrendered.
F. 
Department vehicles, use. Members shall not use any departmental vehicle without the permission of a commanding officer. Departmental vehicles shall never be used for personal business or pleasure.
G. 
Operation of motor vehicles. Members and employees, when driving vehicles of any description, private or of the Department, shall not violate the traffic laws except only in cases of absolute emergency and then only in conformity with the law regarding same. They shall set an example for other persons in the operation of their vehicles.
H. 
Emergency calls and use of red light and siren. Members driving any Department vehicle, when responding to an emergency call, shall exercise judgment and care with due regard to the safety of life and property. They shall slow down at all street intersections to such a degree that, when crossing same, they will have safe control of their cars; especially when crossing street intersections where the traffic signal lights are against them or where there are stop signs. They shall use the red light and sound the siren on such calls and take utmost precaution.
I. 
Care of departmental vehicles. A police officer assigned to drive any departmental vehicle is accountable for the proper care of such vehicle and its equipment. He shall not leave such vehicle unattended except when necessary in the performance of police duty. It shall be the responsibility of the driver to see that the vehicle is securely locked when it is necessary to leave it unattended.
J. 
Passengers. A driver shall only allow such persons as are necessary in the proper performance of his duty to ride in a departmental vehicle assigned to him.
K. 
Notification of unserviceable vehicles. A driver shall notify the duty officer as soon as his vehicle becomes unserviceable. Minor repairs or adjustments, such as changing a tire, shall be made by the driver when a mechanic is not available.
L. 
Responsibility for general appearance and maintenance. A driver shall be responsible for general appearance of the vehicle assigned to him and the maintenance of sufficient supply of:
(1) 
Water in the radiator and battery;
(2) 
Oil in the crankcase;
(3) 
Anti-freeze in the radiator;
(4) 
Gasoline;
(5) 
Air in the tires, including the spare.
M. 
Definition of "driver." Whenever the term "driver" is used in this section, all the responsibilities places upon the driver are to be equally shared by any other officer assigned to the same vehicle at the same time.
N. 
Parking of departmental vehicles. It shall be the responsibility of any police officer operating a departmental vehicle to see that it is properly parked off the traveled portion of the highway at a crime scene, fire, etc., unless such vehicle is being used to light the scene, create a road block, or under other extenuating circumstances.
O. 
Departmental vehicles, out of service. Whenever two police officers are assigned to the same vehicle at the same time, such vehicle, if radio equipped, shall not be out of service at any time, except in cases of police necessity, or when a superior officer directs otherwise.
P. 
Notification of accidents involving departmental vehicles. Whenever a police officer shall be involved in any accident, or cause any damage, while in charge of or using a motor vehicle owned by this Department, he shall as soon as possible notify the duty officer. It shall be the duty of the duty officer to cause an investigation to be made of same, and a written report shall be made to the Chief of Police.
Q. 
Transporting citizens. Citizens will be transported in departmental vehicles only when necessary to accomplish a police purpose. Such transportation will be done in conformance with departmental policy or at the direction of the commanding officer.
R. 
Reporting accidents. For accidents involving Town property, if found bearing evidence of damage which has not been reported, it shall be prima facie evidence that the last person using the property or vehicle was responsible.
A. 
Restrictions. Members and employees shall not:
(1) 
Use departmental letterheads for private correspondence.
(2) 
Send correspondence out of the Department over their signatures without the general permission of the Chief of Police.
B. 
Forwarding communications to higher commands. Any member or employee receiving a written communication for transmission to a higher command shall, in every case, forward such communication. A member receiving a communication from a subordinate directed to a higher command shall endorse it indicating approval, disapproval or acknowledgment.
C. 
Department address (private use of). Members and employees shall not use the Department as a mailing address for private purposes. The Department address shall not be used on any motor vehicle registration or operator's or chauffeur's license.
D. 
Telephone. Departmental telephone equipment may not be used for the transmission of private messages without the express approval of a commanding officer.
E. 
Radio discipline. All members of the Department operating the police radio, either from a mobile unit or in the communications section, shall strictly observe regulations for such operations as set forth in departmental orders and by the Federal Communications Commission.
A. 
Reporting sick or injured. Members and employees unable to report for duty because of sickness or injury shall make an immediate report to their commanding officer or desk officer in person or by telephone. If unable to report, a relative or other responsible person shall notify his commanding officer or desk officer of all pertinent facts, whether in person or by telephone.
B. 
Address of confinement. Members and employees, when sick or injured, shall be responsible for notifying their supervisors as to their place of confinement or of any subsequent change in their places of confinement.
C. 
Sick or injured on duty. Members taken sick or injured on duty shall report the facts to their command and shall remain on duty until relieved, unless excused by a superior officer. The only exception to this rule would be where the sickness or injury is disabling to the point of preventing compliance.
D. 
Unauthorized absence. Members or employees who absent themselves in an improper manner shall be subject to disciplinary action being preferred against them. Unauthorized absence occurs when members or employees:
(1) 
Who, without permission of the Chief of Police, are not at home or who are not at their place of confinement, while on sick leave, when visited by a superior officer or physician sent by the Chief of Police.
(2) 
Feign illness or injury.
(3) 
Deceive the physician sent by the Chief of Police in any way as to their true condition.
(4) 
Are injured or become sick as the result of improper conduct or of intemperate, immoral or vicious habits or practices.
(5) 
Violate any provisions concerning the reporting of sickness or injury.
E. 
Suspension of vacation, day off, or leave of absence. Any vacation, day off or leave of absence may be suspended when a sudden and serious emergency arises and when, in the judgment of the Chief of Police, such action should be taken.
A. 
Death or serious injury. When a member is killed or seriously injured on or off duty, immediate verbal notification will be made to the Chief of Police, or the ranking officer in the Chief's absence, by the first on-duty member having knowledge of the death or serious injury. This same member will follow up with a written report to the Chief of the incident no later than the following workday. Information shall include the date, location, cause, extent of injuries and property damage. Serious injury in this instance means an injury which could result in death or disability.
B. 
Nonserious injury. In cases where the injuries are other than of a serious nature, a written report by the injured member will be submitted to the Chief on the first workday following the incident, including all information required above. These reports are in addition to those accident and sick reports otherwise required.
C. 
Death of member or employee. Any member or employee receiving notice of the death of any member, employee or retired member during regular business hours shall notify the Chief of Police and the commander of the deceased. At other times, the officer in charge shall be notified, and he shall provide for inclusion of the information in a memo and forward such information to the Chief of Police.
D. 
Notification of family. The family of a member or employee injured or dying on duty shall be notified immediately by the senior available member of the section to which the injured or deceased member or employee was assigned.
A. 
Command of scene. At the scene of any crime, accident or other police incident, the ranking officer present shall assume command and direction of police personnel in a manner to assure the most orderly and efficient accomplishment of the police task. When two or more officers of the same rank are present and one of these is assigned to the investigative detail that will follow-up the investigation, that ranking officer will be in charge. This provision is intended to provide for the coordination of the efforts of the several subordinate members who may be assigned to the incident; therefore, it is incumbent upon the ranking officer assuming such control to become acquainted with the facts and ensure that appropriate action is being taken or is initiated.
B. 
General responsibilities of members at scenes. The first member to arrive at the scene of a crime or other police incident is responsible for the following actions as they may apply to the situation:
(1) 
Notify headquarters of situation and location.
(2) 
Summoning of medical assistance and the administration of first aid as required to prevent further injury or loss of life.
(3) 
Arrest of violator(s).
(4) 
Security of the scene.
C. 
Responsibilities of assigned member at crime scene. The members officially assigned to perform the preliminary or other investigation of an alleged crime or other incident are responsible for the completion of the preliminary or other investigation as directed. This shall include, but is not necessarily limited to the securing of statements and other information which will aid in the successful completion of the investigation and locating, collecting and preserving physical evidence material to the issue.
D. 
Relief of member conducting preliminary investigation. Upon completion of the preliminary investigation, the assigned officer shall stand relieved unless otherwise directed by a superior.
E. 
Identification as police officer. Except when impractical or unfeasible, or where the identity is obvious, officers shall identify themselves by displaying the official badge or identification card before taking police action.
F. 
Release of information at crime scene. Unauthorized persons, including members of the press, shall be excluded from crime scenes. Information which will not hinder or nullify any investigation shall be given to the press by the superior officer in charge of the investigation in accordance with Department policy.
G. 
Confidential information.
(1) 
Members and employees shall not reveal any confidential business of the Department. They shall not impart confidential information to anyone except those for whom it is intended, or as directed by their commanding officer.
(2) 
Members shall not make known to any person any Department order which they may receive, unless so required by the nature of the order.
(3) 
Contents of any Department record or report filed in the Police Department shall not be exhibited or divulged to any person, except on approval of the Chief of Police, or under due process of law, or as permitted under Department regulations.
H. 
Compromising criminal cases. Members and employees shall not interfere with the proper administration of criminal justice.
(1) 
Members and employees shall neither attempt to interrupt the legal process except where a manifest injustice might otherwise occur nor participate in or be concerned with any activity which might interfere with the process of law.
(2) 
Members and employees shall not attempt to have any traffic summons or notice to appear reduced, voided or stricken from the calendar.
(3) 
Any member or employee having knowledge of such action and failing to inform his superior officer thereof shall be subject to disciplinary action.
A. 
Arrests. In making arrests, members shall strictly observe the laws of arrest and the following provisions:
(1) 
The arresting officer shall employ only such force and necessary restraint to assure the safety of other persons, other police officers and himself.
(2) 
Every member shall refrain from using unnecessary force or violence in making arrests and must not strike a prisoner or any other person except when necessary in self defense or to overcome actual physical resistance in making an arrest. However, he must be firm, resolute and energetic, exercising the necessary means to perform his duty properly. When it is necessary to use force, the circumstances shall be included in the arrest report on the case.
(3) 
The arresting officer is responsible for the safety and protection of the arrested person while in his custody.
(4) 
The arresting officer is responsible for the security of the personal property in possession or under the control of the arrested person at the time of the arrest.
(5) 
Handcuffing persons lawfully arrested for criminal activities: pat down and search for weapons before transporting those arrested persons.
B. 
Assisting criminals. Members and employees shall not communicate any information which might assist persons guilty of criminal or quasi-criminal acts to escape arrest or punishment or which may enable them to dispose of or secrete evidence of unlawful activity or money, merchandise, or other property unlawfully obtained.
C. 
Complaints by members for assault against themselves. Members shall arrest perpetrators of assaults, assaults and batteries and criminal offenses directed against them. The perpetrators shall be charged accordingly. Whenever it is impossible to consummate the arrest at the time of the offense, the member shall make a complete report of the incident to his commanding officer with a request that he be allowed to make a complaint in the proper court at the next session. A warrant which may be issued as a result of filing such a complaint shall in no case be served by the aggrieved member.
A. 
Transportation of prisoners. Officers transporting prisoners shall do so in accordance with departmental policy. Prisoners requiring medical attention shall be delivered to the appropriate emergency hospital, and the transporting officers shall be responsible for the security of the prisoner until properly relieved by a guard officer unless otherwise directed by a superior officer.
B. 
Use of physical force. Malicious assaults or batteries committed by members constitute gross misconduct. The use of physical force shall be restricted to circumstances specified by law when necessary to accomplish a police task successfully. Whenever a member, on or off duty, is required to strike or use considerable physical force against another person, he immediately shall call a superior officer to the scene, or if not practical, contact him as soon as possible following the incident and submit a written report to the Chief of Police via normal channels. Use of physical force shall be governed by the general order of the Chief of Police entitled "Use of Force S.O.P."
C. 
Reports and bookings. No member or employee shall knowingly falsify any official report or enter or cause to be entered any inaccurate false or improper information on the books, records or registers of the Department.
D. 
Security of departmental business. Members and employees shall not reveal police information outside the Department except as provided elsewhere in this manual or as required by law or competent authority. Specifically, information contained in police records, other information ordinarily accessible only to members and employees and names of informants, complainants, witnesses and other persons known to the police are considered confidential. Silence shall be employed to safeguard confidential information. Violation of the security of this type of information reflects gross misconduct.
E. 
Assisting criminals. Members and employees shall not communicate in any manner, directly or indirectly, any information which might assist persons guilty of criminal or quasi-criminal acts to escape arrest or punishment or which may enable them to dispose of or secrete evidence of unlawful activity or money, merchandise or other property unlawfully obtained.
F. 
Recommending attorneys and bail bond brokers prohibited. Members and employees shall not suggest, recommend, advise or otherwise counsel the retention of any particular attorney or bail bond broker to any person coming to their attention as a result of police business.
(1) 
This does not apply when a relative of the member of the Department seeks such service.
(2) 
In no case may such advice be given to a relative where a fee, gratuity or reward is solicited, offered or accepted from the attorney or bail bondsman.
(3) 
Running or soliciting for an attorney or ball bondsman is gross misconduct.
G. 
Acting as bailor prohibited. Members and employees cannot act as bailors for any person in custody except relatives, and in no case where any fee, gratuity or reward is solicited or accepted.
H. 
Criminal complaints by members. Members who prefer a criminal complaint against a person for injuries or damages incurred while off duty shall notify the Chief of Police on the first workday.
A. 
Department regulations concerning the care and use of firearms are designed to protect the lives of police officers and the lives and property of the public.
B. 
On-duty revolver. All police officers while on duty will carry the on-duty revolver as designated by the Chief of Police.
C. 
Cleaning. All weapons shall be clean and in proper working order and will be subject to inspection at all times. Officers will supply their own cleaning equipment.
D. 
Ammunition inventory. The firearms instructor shall have the responsibility of all departmental ammunition and shall maintain a constant inventory of the same.
E. 
Qualification. All officers shall qualify with weapons at least once a year at a time and date as set by the firearms instructor.
F. 
Use of force. Use of firearms and deadly force shall, at all times, be subject to all rules set forth previously by Standard Operating Procedure 82-3 and Chapter 58 of the Criminal Justice Code Title 2C of New Jersey and rules or regulations hereafter promulgated by the Chief of Police.
G. 
Report on use of firearm: any member of the Department discharging a firearm in performance of his duty for any reason except routine target practice.
H. 
Firearms off duty. The Chief of Police may authorize a police officer to carry an off-duty firearm other than the official police firearm, provided that he follows the steps prescribed herewith:
(1) 
He submits a written report through channels requesting permission to carry an off-duty firearm and describing same.
(2) 
He submits his off-duty firearm to an officer in charge of firearms in order to determine whether it meets the same standards set for safety and serviceability that apply to his official police firearm.
(3) 
The officer must qualify annually with the off-duty weapon on the Revised Double Action Course, Natural Combat Course, Tactical Revolver Course or other approved police course.
(4) 
The authorized off-duty weapon shall be carried only in a holster which conforms to Department specifications.
(5) 
The Police Department shall maintain a record of all off-duty weapons, including the description of the weapon, the serial number, and the person to whom the weapon is assigned or by whom owned.
I. 
Ammunition issue. The initial issue and the replacement of ammunition for Department revolvers shall be made by the Department without expense to the police officer. The Department shall replace rounds of ammunition that have become unserviceable and rounds that have been expended in the line of police duty. Department issue ammunition will be .38 caliber special (+P) 125 grn, semi-jacketed H.P.
J. 
Nonregulation revolver prohibited. Police officers who carry and employ weapons other than those that have been inspected and approved by the Police Department shall be subject to disciplinary action.
K. 
Removing revolver from belt. When removing a revolver from his person, a police officer must remove said revolver in accordance with all safety practices.
L. 
Carrying revolver on-duty. All repairs and adjustments to the official police revolver shall be made only with the authorization of the superior officer in charge of firearms training. Police officers shall not use unauthorized molded grips, special-type grips nor pearl-handled grips. They shall not make any change in the trigger pull mechanism or effect any other unauthorized alteration or addition. Grip adaptors may be used in special cases, but only after the police officer first has obtained the approval of the firearms instructor.
M. 
Carrying revolver, general. Police officers shall carry their official police revolvers or authorized off-duty revolvers fully loaded and in a serviceable operating conditions. They shall also carry extra ammunition in either belt loop, speed loader or strip loader, at the officer's discretion. He must be qualified by the firearms instructor using the same loading method. Police officers who are suspended or whose weapons have been officially taken from them for other reasons shall not carry a revolver under any circumstances.
A. 
Publicity. Members and employees shall not seek personal publicity in the course of their employment.
B. 
Personal preferment. No member or employee may seek the influence or intervention of any person outside the Department for purposes of personal preferment, advantage, transfer or advancement.
C. 
Commercial testimonials. Members and employees shall not permit their names or photographs to be used to endorse any product or service which is in any way connected with law enforcement without the permission of the Chief of Police. They shall not, without the permission of the Chief of Police, allow their names or photographs to be used in any commercial testimonial which alludes to their position or employment with this Department.
D. 
Public appearance requests. All requests for public speeches, demonstrations, etc., will be routed to the Chief of Police for approval and processing. Members and employees directly approached for this purpose shall suggest that the party submit his request to the Chief of Police.
E. 
Conduct toward the public. Members and employees shall be courteous and orderly in their dealing with the public. They shall perform their duties quietly, avoiding harsh, violent, profane or insolent language and always remain calm regardless of provocation to do otherwise. Upon request, they are required to supply their names and badge numbers in a gentlemanly manner. They shall attend to requests from the public quickly and accurately.
F. 
Impartial attitude. All members, while charged with vigorous and unrelenting enforcement of the law, must remain completely impartial toward all persons coming to the attention of the Department. Violations of the law are against the people of the state and not against the individual officer. All citizens are guaranteed equal protection under law. Exhibiting partiality for or against a person because of race, creed or influence will be considered misconduct. Unwarranted interference in the private business of others when not in the interests of justice is conduct unbecoming an officer.
G. 
Disparaging nationality, race or creed. Courtesy and civility toward the public is required of all members of the Department. Members shall not use words which humiliate, disparage, demean, degrade, ridicule or insult a person because of his race, creed, color, national origin or ancestry.
H. 
Caring for lost, helpless, injured or ill persons. Members shall always be alert to assist lost, helpless, injured or ill persons.
I. 
Availability when on duty. Members on duty shall not conceal themselves except for some police purpose. They shall be immediately and readily available to the public during duty hours.
J. 
Responding to calls. Members of the Department shall respond without delay to all calls for police assistance from citizens or other members. Emergency calls take precedence; however, all calls shall be answered as soon as possible consistent with normal safety precautions and vehicle laws. Failure to answer a call for police assistance promptly, without justification will be considered misconduct. Except under the most extraordinary circumstances, or when otherwise directed by competent authority, no member shall fail to answer any call directed to him. Radio Room will be informed when leaving the air and when returning to a duty status.
K. 
Public statements. Members of the Department shall not make public statements concerning the work, plans, policies or affairs of the Department which may impair or disrupt the operation of the Department or which are obscene, unlawful or defamatory.
L. 
Subversive organizations. No member or employee shall knowingly become a member of or connected with a subversive organization, except when necessary in the performance of duty, and then only under the direction of the Chief of Police.
M. 
Affiliation with certain organizations prohibited. Police officers shall not join nor shall they affiliate themselves with any organizations whose constitution embraces provisions which might in any way exact prior consideration and prevent the proper and efficient functioning of the Department. This prohibition does not apply to the active military or naval service of the United States or of this state, in time of war or an emergency, or for during any period of training, or pursuant to or in connection with the operation of any system of selective service. (Source N.J.S.A. 38:23-4)
N. 
Affiliation with radical groups. No police officer or civilian employee except in the discharge of police duties shall knowingly associate with or have any dealings with any person or organization which advocates or which is instrumental in fostering hatred, prejudice or oppression against any racial or religious group.
O. 
Trade unions, organizations affiliated with trade unions. No member or employee shall affiliate himself with any labor union or organization in any way identified or associated with any trade association, trade federation or labor union. No association of police officers recognized by the Department shall be affiliated in any way with any trade association. Members shall, however, be permitted to have membership in any recognized police organization.
A. 
Partisan political activities prohibited. Police officers shall not actively engage in partisan political campaigns and activities.
B. 
Nonpartisan political activities, limitation. Police officers may engage in nonpartisan political activities, except when such activities will impair or harm the operation or discipline of the Department. Police officers, however, may not participate or engage in activities relating to campaigns for Belvidere Town Council.
C. 
Election to public office. Police officers may run for public office but may not campaign nor engage in any activity connected with candidacy for such office during any tour of police duty.
D. 
Soliciting prohibited. Members of the Department shall not solicit contributions for political purposes, nor shall they interfere with or use the influence of their office for political reasons.
A. 
Court appearances. Attendance at a court or quasi-judicial hearing as required is an official duty assignment. Permission to omit this duty must be obtained from the prosecuting attorney handling the case or other competent court official. When appearing in court, either the official uniform or clothing conforming to standards imposed on officers working in plain clothes shall be worn. Weapons will not be displayed unless wearing the uniform. Members shall present a neat and clean appearance avoiding any mannerism which might imply disrespect to the court.
B. 
Testifying for the defendant. Any member or employee subpoenaed to testify for the defense in any trial or hearing, or against the Town or Department in any hearing or trial shall notify the Chief upon receipt of the subpoena.
C. 
Refusal to testify. Any member or employee appearing as a witness before any of the following and who invokes his constitutional privilege and refuses to testify shall be subject to disciplinary action:
(1) 
Any competent investigative body.
(2) 
A judicial tribunal.
(3) 
A hearing board.
(4) 
A person authorized to take testimony as to any matter within the jurisdiction of the Department.
D. 
Departmental investigations, testifying. Members or employees are required to answer questions by or render material and relevant statements to a competent authority in a departmental personnel investigation when so directed.
E. 
Truthfulness. Members and employees are required to be truthful at all times, whether under oath or not.
F. 
Civil action interviews. Civil action interviews involving members or employees which arise out of departmental employment shall be conducted according to departmental directives.
G. 
Civil action, court appearances, subpoenas. A member or employee shall not volunteer to testify in civil actions and shall not testify unless legally subpoenaed. Members and employees will accept all subpoenas legally served. If the subpoena arises out of departmental employment or if the member or employee is informed that he is a party to a civil action arising out of departmental employment, he shall immediately notify the Chief of Police, who in turn shall notify the proper authorities. And he shall also notify the Chief of testimony he is to give. Members and employees shall not enter into any financial understanding for appearances as witnesses prior to any trial, except in accordance with current directives.
H. 
Civil depositions and affidavits. Members and employees shall confer with the Chief of Police before giving a deposition or affidavit on a civil case.
I. 
Civil cases. Members shall not serve civil process or assist in civil cases unless the specific consent of the Chief of Police is obtained. They shall avoid entering into civil disputes particularly while performing their police duties, but shall prevent or abate a breach of the peace or crime in such cases.
A. 
Disciplinary action. Department members, regardless of rank, shall be subject to disciplinary action, according to the nature of the offense, for violating their oath and trust by committing an offense punishable under the laws or statutes of the United States, the State of New Jersey or municipal ordinances, or failure, either willfully or through negligence or incompetence, to perform the duties of their rank or assignment; or for violation of any general order or rules of the Department; or for failure to obey any lawful instruction, order or command of a superior officer. Disciplinary action in all cases will be decided on the merits of each case.
B. 
Establishing elements of violation. Existence of facts establishing a violation of the law, ordinance or rule is all that is necessary to support any allegation of such as a basis for disciplinary action. Nothing in this manual prohibits disciplining or charging members or employees merely because the alleged act or omission does not appear herein, in Department order or in laws and ordinances within the cognizance of the Department.
C. 
Penalties. The following penalties may be assessed against any member of the Department as disciplinary action:
(1) 
Oral reprimand.
(2) 
Written reprimand.
(3) 
Voluntary surrender of time in lieu of other action.
(4) 
Voluntary surrender of accumulated overtime or holiday time in lieu of other action.
(5) 
Suspension (with or without pay).
(6) 
Fine.
(7) 
Demotion.
(8) 
Dismissal from the service.
D. 
Departmental authority to discipline. Final departmental disciplinary authority and responsibility rests with the Police Committee, except that supervisory personnel may take the following disciplinary measures.
(1) 
Oral reprimand.
(2) 
Written reprimand (subject to approval by the Chief of Police).
(3) 
Emergency suspension.
(4) 
Written recommendations for other penalties.
E. 
Emergency suspension. Any command or supervisory officer shall have the authority to impose emergency suspension until the next business day against a member or employee when it appears that such action is in the best interests of the Department.
F. 
Emergency disciplinary action. When the improper conduct of a member or employee of one unit is of such nature that immediate or emergency disciplinary action is required of a command or supervisory officer of another unit, such action may be taken at once within the following limitations:
(1) 
Oral reprimand.
(2) 
Emergency suspension until the next business day.
G. 
Follow-up on emergency suspension. A member or employee receiving an emergency suspension shall be required to report to the Chief of Police on the next business day at 9:00 a.m. The Chief of Police can continue a suspension for a period up to a maximum of five days.
H. 
Reports of disciplinary action taken or recommended. Whenever disciplinary action is taken or recommended (except for oral reprimand), a written report must be submitted immediately in triplicate containing the following information:
(1) 
The name, rank, badge number and present assignment of the person being disciplined.
(2) 
The date and time of the misconduct and location.
(3) 
The section number of the violated rule and common name of the infraction.
(4) 
A complete statement of the facts of the misconduct.
(5) 
The punishment imposed or recommended.
(6) 
The written signature, badge number and rank of the preparing officer and his position in relation to the member being disciplined.
I. 
Distribution of reports of disciplinary action. Report shall be distributed as follows by the officer imposing or recommending the disciplinary action:
(1) 
Original to the Chief through the chain of command.
(2) 
Duplicate to subject's commanding officer.
(3) 
Triplicate retained by officer imposing or recommending the action.
J. 
Endorsement and forwarding of disciplinary reports. Each level in the chain of command must endorse and forward reports bearing on disciplinary matters. Such endorsement may be one of approval, disapproval or modification. No member or employee shall alter or cause to be altered or withdrawn any disciplinary report. Disciplinary reports in transit through the chain of command shall not be delayed but must be reviewed, endorsed and forwarded as soon as possible. Disciplinary reports shall be filed in accordance with current Department directives.
K. 
Informing the person being disciplined. The member or employee being disciplined shall be informed of the charges, in writing, as provided by N.J.S.A. 40A:14-147 to 40A:14-151, inclusive, and the municipal ordinances.
L. 
Misconduct observed by police personnel. Whenever any command or supervisory officer observes or is informed of the misconduct of another member or employee which indicates the need for disciplinary action, he shall take authorized and necessary action and render a complete written report of the incident and his actions to his commanding officer.
A. 
Purpose.
(1) 
The purpose of § A525-31B through G is to ensure the integrity of the Belvidere Police Department by establishing procedures to assure the prompt and thorough investigation of alleged or suspected misconduct by police personnel.
(2) 
Such procedure will:
(a) 
Clear the innocent.
(b) 
Establish guilt of wrongdoers.
(c) 
Facilitate prompt and just disciplinary action.
B. 
Policy.
(1) 
All complaints of alleged violations of law, ordinances or departmental rules and regulations by police personnel which are reported by citizens in person, or by correspondence must be promptly and thoroughly investigated. It is recognized, however, that the gravity of complaints can vary considerably, and it will be the responsibility of the officer in charge to decide whether the case requires the investigation procedures outlined below in Subsections C and D.
(2) 
All complaints regardless of gravity must be entered by the officer in charge in the activity report for reach shift so that there will be a permanent record of complaints received for review by the Chief of Police.
C. 
Procedure.
(1) 
When a complaint from a citizen is received, it shall be referred by the duty officer, or by whatever officer receives the complaint, to the officer in charge who shall investigate the complaint and will decide whether the complaint is of a serious nature and will be handled by the officer in charge at his own discretion, making sure proper notation of the incident is entered in the activity report.
(2) 
If, in the opinion of the officer in charge, the incident is of sufficient gravity, he shall notify the Chief of Police, regardless of the hour, and then shall take any immediate action necessary to preserve the integrity of the Department until the arrival of the Chief.
D. 
Investigation of citizen complaint against police personnel. If the complaint is of a sufficiently serious nature, the officer in charge shall submit a written report of his investigation to the Chief of Police, with copies to the Police Commissioner, summarizing the pertinent facts of the incident, including:
[Amended 12-1-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-13]
(1) 
A summary of the complaint or alleged act of misconduct.
(2) 
Pertinent portions of the statements of all parties to the incident.
(3) 
A description of the incident, physical evidence and other evidence important to the case.
(4) 
The observation and conclusions of the investigating officer.
E. 
Findings. When the officer in charge has completed his report to the Chief of Police, a final report must be made by the Chief to the Police Commissioner, which report must conclude with a classification of the case by the Chief of Police into one of the following categories:
[Amended 12-1-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-13]
(1) 
Unfounded. This must be used when the allegation is false or not factual or the action complained of did not involve police personnel.
(2) 
Exonerated. This must be used when the incident occurred, but was lawful and proper.
(3) 
Not sustained. This classification must he applied when there is insufficient evidence either to prove or disprove the allegation.
(4) 
Sustained. This must be used when the allegation is supported by sufficient evidence to justify a reasonable conclusion of guilt.
F. 
Action by Police Commissioner.
[Amended 12-1-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-13]
(1) 
After receiving the Chief's report, in cases where the finding is "unfounded," "exonerated" or "not sustained," the Police Commissioner shall either accept or reject his finding. If accepted, the case will be considered closed and all parties to the incident will be so informed.
(2) 
If rejected, the Police Commissioner shall inform the Chief in writing of its reasons for the rejection. The Chief shall then have a period of not more than 15 days to submit to the Police Commissioner additional evidence or information to support his finding.
(3) 
If after receipt from the Chief of this additional information the Police Commissioner still rejects his finding, then the Police Commissioner shall immediately direct that formal charges be filed and the case brought on for hearing before Mayor and Council.
(4) 
If the reported finding is "sustained," the Chief of Police shall cause a written charge or charges to be filed against the member and brought on for hearing before the Mayor and Council.
G. 
Removal, suspension, reduction and fines. No member shall be suspended (except for emergency suspensions and suspensions pending hearings on charges), removed from office, fined or reduced in rank except upon a written charge or charges from the Chief of Police against such member and after hearing thereon, all as provided in Subsection F.