WHEREAS, integrity is acknowledged by the International Association of Chiefs of Police to be one of the most significant needs throughout the world and for virtually all professions, and because the International Association of Chiefs of Police seeks to demonstrate worldwide leadership in the advancement of professional honor, integrity, and ethics, and

WHEREAS, an oath is universally recognized to be a solemn pledge someone makes when they sincerely intend to commit to what the advocate and affirm and,

WHEREAS, sincere commitment to an oath can provide vital guidance during a life’s most crucial decisions, a moral anchoring that can endure the test of time and a solid, emotional foundation for officer’s facing their most difficult moments; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that the International Association of Chiefs of Police, duly assembled at its 105th annual conference in Salt Lake City, Utah, does adopt the Law Enforcement Oath of Honor, as written within the document, as the official oath of honor for the International Association of Chiefs of Police; be it further

RESOLVED, that the Law Enforcement Oath of Honor shall contain the following words, On my honor, I will never betray my badge, my integrity, my character, or the public trust. I will always have the courage to hold myself and others accountable for our actions. I will always uphold the constitution and community I serve; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that in nations, countries, or governments that do not pledge their loyalty to a constitution but to a monarchy or person or ideal, that the word constitution be substituted by that phrase, and be it,

FURTHER RESOLVED, that at the International Association of Chiefs of Police will openly demonstrate our association’s commitment to the Law Enforcement Oath of Honor by reciting it, when the opportunity presents itself, at official gatherings as a testament to our association's commitment to ethics.