Disciplinary outcomes

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.

The Code of Conduct

Members of SAPOL at all times, shall:

act with honesty and integrity
conduct themselves in a professional manner
carry out duties promptly and be receptive and responsive to lawful orders and instructions
perform duties in a diligent and competent manner
act within the powers and authorities given to them by law and in accordance with SAPOL policies and procedures
respect diversity within the community and the workplace by recognising that all people are entitled to courtesy, and fair and equal treatment
avoid and report any possible conflicts of interest
not improperly obtain, or seek to obtain, a benefit or advantage
maintain the confidentiality of any information obtained in the course of police duties
be responsible for the proper use and treatment of any property, equipment or assets in their care or custody
take such action as is necessary and reasonable with respect to other members of SAPOL who fail to meet expected standards
not engage in any conduct when interstate or overseas that is likely to bring discredit upon SAPOL.

Who must comply with The Code?

Members required by law to comply with the Code of Conduct are:

Police Officers,
Community Constables,
Police Cadets, and
Police Security Officers.

Any deviations from the Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action being taken.

Publishing outcomes of disciplinary action

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).

Publication of Employee Disciplinary Outcomes

1 January to 31 March 2023

Action arising from Police Disciplinary Tribunal (PDT) / Criminal Courts

Complaint Type	Description / Rank	Forum	Outcome
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