Ordinance on the Police Act (PolV) - Organization, Leadership Principles (POLV)

1. The Executive Council establishes the organization of the Cantonal Police and the guiding principles of management.

1. The provisions of personnel law for state employees apply insofar as this regulation does not contain any differing provisions.

1. Police cadets are trained at a police academy designated by the Department of Justice, Police, and Military (hereinafter referred to as the Department) at the expense of the canton.

2. If the employment relationship is terminated during the police academy or within the first three years of service, the training costs incurred during the police academy must be fully reimbursed or reimbursed proportionally to the remaining service time until the end of the third service year.

3. Training costs are considered to be two-thirds of the salary paid during the police academy, as well as the actual costs for training materials and instructors.

4. In cases of hardship, the Department may waive the reimbursement.

1. The Police Commander is responsible for further training. Employees may be required to attend continuing education events.

1. Police officers are issued the necessary weapons for training and deployment.

2. Upon resignation or discharge from the police service, the personal weapon must be returned.

3. Upon leaving the police service after 30 years of service due to age or illness, the weapon is provided free of charge to the departing police officer.

4. The department may determine additional exceptions.

1. Police officers generally perform their duties in uniform. The name of the officer and the cantonal crest must be clearly visible on the uniform.

2. Special equipment is provided for particular duties.

3. Uniforms and equipment items may only be worn during police service. They must be returned in full upon leaving the police force.

1. The acquisition of a service dog requires the approval of the department.

1. Promotion is considered the advancement to a higher rank.

2. Officers and higher non-commissioned officers are promoted by the Honor Commission, while non-commissioned officers and privates are appointed by the Department.

3. Promotions require proven service in the police force, reliability, and a well-regulated lifestyle. They are based on professional and personal qualifications.

4. The following may be appointed as higher non-commissioned officers

a) Department heads and their deputies;

b) Qualified specialists with particular responsibility and function.

1. Police officers must choose their place of residence such that they can reach their workplace within 30 minutes by motor vehicle while complying with traffic regulations.

2. In justified cases, it is possible to deviate from this regulation. The department makes the final decision on exemptions.

1. Police officers refrain, even off duty, from anything that could damage their reputation or the reputation of the police.

1. This regulation shall enter into force upon adoption by the Grand Council.