Decision of the Governing Council on the Service Regulations of the Cantonal Police - General Conduct, Proportionality

1. The police officer acts tactfully and decisively in the execution of duty. He assesses whether intervention is necessary and lawful, and observes the principle of proportionality.

1. Leading means motivating employees to think and act independently, encouraging their initiative, and directing their activities towards a common goal to be achieved.

2. The supervisor creates an atmosphere through their example and behavior that makes it easier for the employee to develop and contribute their knowledge and skills to the organization.

3. Employees have extensive freedom of action in handling individual tasks.

1. Responsibility and authority are delegated to the lowest level capable of independently assessing and executing a task.

2. Wherever possible, each employee is assigned a clearly defined area of responsibility, within which they must act and decide independently. In the area of delegation, the supervisor normally does not make decisions but is limited to monitoring. It is not only tasks that should be delegated but also the competencies necessary for their efficient completion. Consequently, the employee also bears responsibility for the conscientious execution of these tasks.

3. The delegation areas defined in this manner are set out in job descriptions, as far as is practical.

1. The Supervisor

a) ensures that their employees can fulfill their tasks both technically and in terms of leadership;

b) promotes the employees' proactivity and decisiveness;

c) informs their employees about everything they need to know to accomplish the tasks assigned to them;

d) supports their employees, particularly in the area of professional development.

1. The Employee

a) takes all measures to fulfill their assignment;

b) acts and decides independently within their area of responsibility;

c) submits all matters, which exceed their competencies for decision, to their superior for resolution;

d) keeps their superior informed to the extent that the superior maintains an overall view and is aware of essential facts for their decisions;

e) voluntarily informs colleagues and relevant departments about all matters within their responsibility that assist them in fulfilling their tasks;

f) advises their superior by presenting concrete proposals;

g) pursues further education and keeps their knowledge and skills up-to-date.

1. Depending on the situation and the task, the leadership style is participatory, cooperative, or authoritarian. The leadership behavior is adapted to the situation.

2. As far as possible, a cooperative leadership style is applied, characterized by

a) Consistent encouragement of initiative and independence: The superior determines the objectives to be achieved but leaves the manner of execution to the employees, unless he must issue guidelines to ensure uniform action.

b) Active participation of all parties involved in the decision-making process. Before the superior makes his decisions, he discusses them with his immediate subordinates or, depending on the case, with all employees. He objectively examines their suggestions and considers them to the extent they are justified.

c) Convincing justification of objectives and decisions: To act on their own initiative, the employees must be familiar with the intentions and considerations of the superior.

1. Superiors and employees mutually demonstrate respect and trust towards one another. They strengthen the cohesion of the corps.

2. Superiors at all levels promote camaraderie and esprit de corps by setting an example.

1. Wearing the Uniform: When the uniform is worn, it serves as identification. The uniformed officer discloses their name during official duties, except when deployed in public order units.

2. Performing Duties in Plain Clothes: When performing duties in civilian attire, members of the cantonal police must identify themselves upon request before any official action.

1. Official actions outside the canton may only be carried out upon the order of one's own authority and with the consent of the competent out-of-canton authority.

2. For police operations in the concordat area, the provisions of the inter-cantonal agreement on police cooperation apply.

1. The Commander directs and instructs the corps; he is responsible for adequate and appropriate equipment and for the prudent use of resources.

2. The representation of the Commander is regulated by the State Commission. Depending on the requirements, a department head will be appointed for the Criminal, Traffic, and Security Police, as well as for the Command Services and Operations Center/Stations. The duties and responsibilities are based on the duty descriptions.

3. For special formation and law enforcement instruction, an instructor can be trained, who can also be assigned for cooperation within the agreement and joint training.

1. The chain of command is determined by the levels of leadership. It must be followed without bypassing individual positions. If a position is bypassed, it must be informed as quickly as possible.

2. The exchange of information is not bound to the chain of command.

3. Orders from federal, cantonal, or district authorities and other administrations are to be directed to the police command.

1. Written reports, minutes, and statements are to be prepared without delay and forwarded through official channels to the competent authorities. The responsibility for this lies with the post and department heads.

2. The following must be reported immediately to the police command (Cmd and/or Command Duty Officer)

a) Criminal acts or suspicion thereof, when the intervention of the public prosecutor's office is necessary

b) Arrests

c) Cases that require special search measures or deployment of personnel

d) Accidents and events of general and police safety interest, such as natural disasters or similar occurrences

e) Traffic accidents resulting in serious bodily injury or fatalities.

1. For the release of police records, the consent of the police command is required in every case.

1. Every employee has the right to speak with their immediate superior or directly with the commander in a discussion. In professional matters, the chain of command must be followed.

2. If the discussion with the superiors is not satisfactory for the employee, they can request a conversation with the next higher authority.

1. The employee may request a reassessment of the professional and managerial directives from their supervisor if

a) they believe that they cannot, in the interest of the organization, responsibly comply with these directives;

b) the supervisor has unjustifiably interfered in the employee's area of responsibility.

2. If the employee cannot accept the result of the reassessment, they have the right to appeal to the next higher-level supervisor.

1. Overtime, on-call, night duty, or other compensations and reimbursements are determined by special directives issued by the Commission of Profession or the Department of Justice, Police, and Military Affairs (hereinafter referred to as the Department).

1. Promotion is granted to those who meet the professional and personal requirements. Additionally, for promotion to the rank of sergeant major, higher non-commissioned officer, or officer, the assumption of an appropriate function is required.

2. Promotions occur at the beginning of the year and generally as follows

a) Trainee: Upon appointment for police vocational training

b) Police Officer: Upon joining the police corps after passing the professional examination

c) Corporal: After 4 years of service as a police officer

d) Sergeant: After 4 years of service as a corporal

e) Sergeant 1: After 4 years of service as a sergeant

f) Sergeant 2: After 4 years of service as a Sergeant 1

3. Promotion to the rank of sergeant major or higher non-commissioned officer is possible no earlier than after twelve years of service and is conducted by the department.

4. The state commission appoints officers upon the department's proposal and promotes within the officer ranks.

5. A service year is counted as an appointment of eight or more months within a calendar year. The time spent as a trainee does not count as a service year for promotion purposes.

6. The state commission decides on exceptions upon the department's proposal.

1. Years of service completed in another corps will be credited towards salary classification, rank assignment, and promotion when transferring to the Cantonal Police of Appenzell I.Rh., provided these would have been credited if served within the Innerrhoder corps, and any potential gaps do not exceed three years each. In other cases, the Cantonal Executive Council decides on the crediting of service years.

2. Training costs owed to another corps will not be assumed.

3. The Cantonal Executive Council decides on exceptions concerning the crediting of service years and training costs.

1. If an aspirant fails the professional examination as a police officer, the State Commission will decide, upon the request of the department, about further employment or dismissal.

1. The highest-ranking officer or, among officers of the same grade, the one with the longest service is, unless otherwise ordered, the responsible leader when deploying multiple officers.

1. Police officers shall be clothed and equipped at the expense of the canton in uniform ordinance.

2. Police duties are to be performed in uniform. Exceptions are determined by the command.

1. Officers required to primarily perform their duties in civilian attire shall receive a clothing allowance in lieu of a uniform. However, they must at all times have a complete and well-maintained uniform available.

1. Police officers are responsible for the care and maintenance of the materials entrusted to them. Changes in form and condition may only be made with the command's approval.

2. Defects and deficiencies in weapons and equipment must be reported to the command in writing without delay.

3. Equipment and uniforms are regularly inspected by the command, and personal weapons are checked by the designated weapons inspector.

1. For official trips, police officers are generally provided with service vehicles. These vehicles are to be driven by police officers.

2. Police department vehicles must not be used for private trips.

3. The police commander appoints a person responsible for the maintenance of the vehicles. This person ensures the operational safety and readiness of the vehicles.

4. Each user is responsible for ensuring the vehicle is in continuous operating condition, such as refueling, before it is parked.

5. An operational control log must be maintained for each vehicle.

6. The driver must immediately report any damage to the command or vehicle officer. For major repairs, a cost estimate must be obtained and submitted to the command.

7. Police officers are liable to the canton for damages they have caused to service vehicles intentionally or through gross negligence.

1. If members of the corps provide private vehicles for official journeys when required, they shall be compensated according to the decision of the Standards Commission concerning the Personnel Regulation dated April 13, 1999 (StKB PeV).

2. Accidents must be reported to the command immediately.

1. The police command promotes the keeping and training of police dogs

a) through financial contributions;

b) by assigning police dog handlers to regular exercises, courses, and examinations.

2. A monthly feeding allowance is provided for service dogs, the amount of which is determined by the department.

3. Cantonal benefits may be contingent upon the successful completion of the cantonal and Swiss performance examinations.

4. The dog handler must procure appropriate liability insurance for damages to third parties.

6. Training is conducted according to the guidelines of the Swiss Police Dog Handlers' Association.

7. Service dog exercises must be regularly attended. Otherwise, the canton's benefits may be reduced or discontinued; this also applies if the necessary performances are not delivered.

1. The working hours of the members of the Cantonal Police are determined by the duty schedules and special instructions, as well as the personnel legislation.

2. On-call and night duties are specified in the duty schedule. Those assigned to on-call or night duty must be reachable at any time and without delay.

3. Details such as additional on-call duties and standby orders are determined by the command as needed.

4. In special circumstances, regulations regarding holidays, rest periods, and leave may be temporarily suspended. The command, in agreement with the department, issues the necessary orders.

1. The Department or the Commander are authorized to issue instructions for the implementation of this decision.

1. The appendix "Leadership Principles" forms an integral part of this resolution.

1. This resolution comes into effect following approval by the Council of State.