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Code of Ethics
As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve mankind; to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and, to respect the constitutional rights of all men to liberty, equality and justice.
Honest in thought and deed in both my personal and official life, I will be exemplary in obeying the laws of the land and regulations of my department. Whatever I see or hear of confidential nature or that is confined in my official capacity, will be kept ever secret unless revelation is necessary in the performance of my duty.
I will never act officiously or permit my feelings, prejudice, animosities or friendships to influence my decisions. With no compromise for crime with relentless prosecution of criminals, I will enforce the law courteously and appropriately without fear of favor, malice of will, never employing unnecessary force or violence and never accepting gratuities.
I recognize the badge of the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma and my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be held so long as I am true to the ethics of police service. I will constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals, dedicating myself before God to my chosen profession - law enforcement.
Oath of Office
I do solemnly swear or affirm that I will support and defend the Constitutions of the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma and The United States of America. I will faithfully support and enforce federal statute and laws, such state statute and laws, and such tribal codes and statute as apply to my duties. I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservations or purpose of evasion. I will faithfully discharge the duties of the office which I am about to enter.
Tribal Police Services
Since its beginnings, the Kickapoo Tribal Police Department has strived to provide the most innovative, modern and professional police service to meet the needs of the Kickapoo community. Some of the services provided by the Kickapoo Tribal Police today are:
Patrol/community policing
Multi-jurisdictional Drug task force
Investigative services
First responder/Emergency Medical training
Community relations events
24 hour dispatch
The Police Department also implements a reserve program to supplement staffing during special events or emergencies. The reserve program is also used as a hiring tool and to initiate careers into law enforcement.
The Kickapoo Tribal Police Department consists of 14 full-time officers and various reserve officers. Department is made up of Administration, Investigations, Patrol Unit, Reserve Component, Resources and Training Module.
Patrol Division
The Patrol Unit is headed by the Assistant Chief, Carl Monk. The unit is supported by the Sergeant and 8 full-time officers. The patrol unit protects and serves the communities within the Kickapoo Nation through patrol, education, training and other community involvement that reduces or eliminates criminal activity. All officers are AHA CPR and First Aid certified allowing them to provide first responder services and some advanced life support to the Kickapoo community.
Investigations Division
The investigations unit is also headed by Asst. Chief Carl Monk and consists of 3 investigators, Joseph Miller, Lieutenant Kevin Stoll, and Lieutenant Gregg Sciortino. The unit compliments the patrol unit and is responsible for providing prompt professional and effective investigative services including apprehension and successful prosecution of criminals, the recovery and return of stolen property.
Multi-Jurisdictional
Tribal Drug Task Force
The Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma Police Department works closely in conjunction with all surrounding agencies including municipal, county, state, tribal and federal entities in all efforts to combat illegal drugs and narcotics in Indian Country.
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Community Policing Objective
The Kickapoo Tribal Police Department strives to create the agent of change provided by community-oriented law enforcement and public services through proactive duties, functions and responsibilities. Our vision is safer community environments, established communications and stronger partnerships by virtue of innovative solutions and creative problem solving.
Mission Statement
To provide protection of life, property, and resources in Indian Country.
Vision
Professional law enforcement services, effective partnerships, quality technical assistance, creative problem solving, and innovative policing in Indian Country.
Purpose & Function
To carry out the law enforcement functions of the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma.
Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma
Sex Offender Registry
The Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma Sex Offender registry came online in April of 2009 to be compliant with Federal legislation. The Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma Sex Offender Registry is maintained by the Kickapoo Tribal Police Department, which provides public information on sex offenders required to register pursuant to section 113 (a) of SORNA (codified @ 42 U.S.C. sub section 16911). Section 113 (a) applies to any sex offender working, is a student or resides within the Kickapoo Tribal jurisdiction. A sex offender will be required to register within the Kickapoo Tribal Police Department within three business days, pursuant to section 111 of Sex Offender Registration and Notification (SORNA).
The sex offender registry can be accessed online at Kickapoo.nsopw.gov.
It is available for the public to access for the purposes of checking for sex offenders residing within the jurisdiction of the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma. The site allows the user to search by name and geographical area. It also allows the user to set up an email notification when a sex offender registers within the tribal jurisdiction.