Duty Roster: When Cops Abroad Go Wrong The notion that a badge is a get out of jail free card extends far beyond Toronto's city limits.
Three off duty officers from the Toronto Police Service (TPS) have been charged with "serious" allegations in Spain, raising questions about accountability and jurisdiction.
As international travelers, police officers are not exempt from laws abroad. It is reasonable to assume that those entrusted with upholding the law at home would be aware of their obligations to do so abroad as well.