The South Australian community has high expectations of South Australia Police (SAPOL) and we have an obligation to perform our duties with honesty and integrity. The community gives us the authority to police and we must use that authority respectfully and professionally.
The Code of Conduct outlines the professional standards expected of all members of SAPOL.
Members of SAPOL at all times, shall:
Members required by law to comply with the Code of Conduct are:
Any deviations from the Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action being taken.
We are committed to publishing the outcomes of disciplinary action taken against members in order to increase transparency and strengthen public trust and confidence in the disciplinary system.
The Commissioner of Police has authorised release and publication of the following information pursuant to sections 45 and 46 of the Police Complaints and Discipline Act 2016 (SA).
Action arising from Police Disciplinary Tribunal (PDT) / Criminal Courts
Complaint Type | Description / Rank | Forum | Outcome |
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Clause 4: Performance of Orders/Duties, Disobey Orders | Sergeant The Police Officer displayed unwanted and physical conduct towards another employee, whilst off duty. | PDT | Fine $1000 / Recorded Reprimand |
Clause 4: Performance of Orders/Duties, Failure to carry out lawful order (2 counts) | Senior Constable The Police Officer failed to correctly submit reports as per General Order, Crime and Occurrence reporting. | PDT | Fine $600 / Recorded Reprimand (for 1 allegation) / Unrecorded Reprimand (for 1 allegation) |
Clause 4: Performance of Orders/Duties, Failure to carry out General Order (2 counts) | Senior Constable Whilst subject to an internal investigation, the Police Officer contacted another employee and was verbally abusive to them. | PDT | Recorded Reprimand |
Clause 4: Performance of Orders/Duties, Failure to carry out lawful order (2 counts) Clause 7: Conduct public/SAPOL, Conduct towards Employee | Senior Constable Whilst subject to an internal investigation, the Police Officer contacted another employee and was verbally abusive to them. | PDT | Fine $600 / Recorded Reprimand |