62Exemptions from code of behaviour—the Act, ss 211B and 219(2)(i)

62 Exemptions from code of behaviour—the Act, ss 211B and 219(2)(i)

62 Exemptions from code of behaviour—the Act, ss 211B and 219(2)(i)

(1) The Commissioner may authorise a member of the NSW Police Force to consume alcohol—

(a) in the performance of a police task, or

(b) in an official capacity, or

(c) in other circumstances.

(2) The commander or manager of police premises may authorise a member of the NSW Police Force to consume alcohol on the premises.

(3) A member of the NSW Police Force who consumes alcohol with authority given under this section does not breach the code of behaviour.

(4) A member of the NSW Police Force who discloses otherwise confidential information relating to a police officer does not breach the code of behaviour if the disclosure is made with the written authority or permission of—

(a) the Commander, Professional Standards Command, or

(b) the police officer to whom the information relates.