Cambridgeshire Constabulary
Ethics Playing Cards
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Your Sgt is sleeping in the vehicle. It is 3am and they say they are too tired to drive. The radio is on, so they are still technically available to respond to an emergency. What do you do?
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You are called to a bail breach involving a couple who are not supposed to have contact. That contact has been repeatedly initiated by the party without conditions, because they miss their partner. How do you handle it?
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A regular caller who has been waiting for a mental health assessment for months, has reported a trespasser in her garden for the 3rd time this evening. There was no sign of anyone the previous two times. How do you deal with this call?
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A DV victim refuses to press charges and makes clear they will be a hostile witness if they are required to give evidence. You are called to attend the residence for the 4th time this weekend. What do you say/do?
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You are dealing with an allegation of public indecency near a school, when you are called to a priority threat to life situation. How do you deal with these two competing calls for service?
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A young at-risk person, considered a danger to themselves and the public, is causing a disturbance. From experience you know there is no secure accommodation for this person. What do you do?
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Where can you seek advice/help on how to deal with the everyday challenges of being a police officer?
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Why are Stop and Search Powers so controversial?
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A known sex-worker reports a sexual assault. Should you treat the case differently due to the IP’s profession?
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You have tried multiple times to contact a member of the public to update them about an ongoing investigation but cannot get through on the telephone. What further steps are appropriate in a busy office?
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Discretion is a vital skill – when should one apply the letter of the law and when should one apply professional judgement?
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Knowing that you work in policing, a friend comes to you because they are really worried about their new partner. What can you do for them?
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The Constabulary is short-staffed. Can you pull a seconded officer from an OPCC-funded role to cover your gap?
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