It is the duty of all members to preserve the credibility and integrity of the Department by avoiding potential conflicts of interest that could be detrimental to the image of the Department, harm morale, subject members to the risks of blackmail or negatively affect the public’s acceptance and confidence in the Department. In order to preserve the credibility and integrity of the Department, members are prohibited from fraternizing or associating with individuals as set forth in Manual of Policy and Procedures section 3-01/050.85, Fraternization, and 3-01/050.86, Prohibited Associations.