Officer Misconduct Duty Levels

Misconduct occurring while an officer is working, exercising official authority, or performing an assigned law-enforcement function.

Misconduct connected to an officer's employment, official status, police resources, or professional obligations but occurring outside a regular duty assignment.

Misconduct occurring in a private capacity without an immediate assigned-duty function, while remaining relevant to integrity, credibility, public trust, or fitness for service.

Invoking, displaying, or exploiting official identity or status to obtain preferential treatment, influence others, avoid consequences, or secure a private benefit.