How would you peer respond to this discussion post withmeaningful / analyticalthoughts (more than that you agree / disagree)

The two agencies I chose were the NYPD and Maryland Stape Police. Both of these agencies had very similar social media polices, with the goal of making sure sensitive information pertaining to ongoing information is not posted online.

NYPD

1.As part of the NYPD's social media policy, it is prohibited to post anything that may damage the department's reputation, disclose confidential information, or violate any laws or regulations. It is also prohibited for officers to post content that may interfere with their capacity to perform their duties or discredit the department. Specifics may differ between what officers can post on duty and off duty. It is not clear what times are permitted for posting by the NYPD. Despite this, officers are expected not to post during their work hours unless it is about a specific duty. Officers should also refrain from posting content that may interfere with their ability to perform their duties effectively. The NYPD prohibits officers from posting pictures of themselves in uniform, department insignia, or any other identifying NYPD property on personal social media accounts. Officers are also restricted from identifying themselves as NYPD members unless authorized by the department. The policy is put in place to ensure that officers remain professional and do not put the lives of other officers and themselves in jeopardy.

Maryland State Police

1.As part of the Mary State police social media policy, officers are prohibited from posting any information pertaining to ongoing investigations. Officers cannot post in uniform. Mary State police officers are allowed to post on social media while they are off duty.

2. NYPD social media policy is stricter than the MSP policy. Both policies strongly suggest officers refrain from posting personal opinions about investigations online. I believe that the NYPD's policy had better provisions because the policy is extremely clear on the "Dos and Don'ts" on social media posts, safety of officers and privacy of sensitive information such as ongoing investigations. I had quite a bit of trouble looking for quality information on the Maryland State police policy.

3. I believe these policies can improve by adding minor details such as timing when officers can and cannot post, of course this can differ depending on the shifts but both policies especially the MSP policy need to add specifics to the policy.