ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
National Police Service Act
51. Obedience to orders and warrants and detection of crimes, etc.
Edition: 2023-09-15 · In force
51. Obedience to orders and warrants and detection of crimes, etc.
(1)A police officer shall—(a)obey and execute all lawful orders in respect of the execution of the duties of office which he may from time to time receive from his superiors in the Service;(b)obey and execute all orders and warrants lawfully issued;(c)provide assistance to members of the public when they are in need;(d)maintain law and order;(e)protect life and property;(f)preserve and maintain public peace and safety;(g)collect and communicate intelligence affecting law and order;(h)take all steps necessary to prevent the commission of offences and public nuisance;(i)detect offenders and bring them to justice;(j)investigate crime; and(k)apprehend all persons whom he is legally authorized to apprehend and for whose apprehension sufficient ground exists.(2)A police officer who fails to comply with an unlawful order shall not be subjected to disciplinary proceedings.