# The Police (Conduct) Regulations 2004, Paragraph 10: Sobriety


Whilst on duty officers must be sober. Officers should not consume alcohol when on duty unless specifically authorised to do so or it becomes necessary for the proper discharge of police duty.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2004/645/schedule/1/paragraph/10 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/police-conduct-regulations-2004/schedule-1/paragraph-10
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