You are a newly promoted Lieutenant assigned to the patrol division of the Dog Patch Police Department. A rookie officer has just been reprimanded for the third time for unprofessional conduct. Specifically, he discharged his service revolver into the hood of his patrol car while demonstrating unloading procedures to a meter maid. According to the Standard Operating Procedures of the Dog Patch PD any officer who receives 3 reprimands is to be terminated upon notice. This officer has to be the Dog Patch Mayor who has been very supportive of your department, especially during budget hearings. In fact Mayor Johnson is presently serving as chair of the committee considering pay raises for the Dog Patch PD.

1. As the LT. who supervises officer Lamie Johnson, what recommendations do you make to Chief Bernard?

2. Why did you make these recommendations?

3. What are the overriding ethical principles that guided your decision? What code of ethics did you follow in making your recommendations?

4. Shortly after giving Chief Bernard your memo, you encounter Mayor Johnson on the street outside the police department. Mayor Johnson recognizes you as his son's supervisory officer and asks you tell him what you know about the matter. how do you respond? Be specific.

5. To what extent do you discuss this personnel matter with your peer officers (other lieutenants) or superior officers (captains,majors, and the assistant chief) is there a moral or legal need for confidentiality in this matter?