An officer may use derogatory, biased terms referring to a person's race, ethnicity, religion, or sexual preference in police reports
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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Research into intensive supervision has produced mixed results, with no clear indication that the process is successful in meeting its goals
a. True b. False
Give two reasons why college education should be required for police candidates and two reasons why college education need not be a requirement for entry level officers
What will be an ideal response?
Robert, a Texas peace officer, arrests Janet for public intoxication. Robert becomes angry at Janet when she vomits in the rear of his patrol vehicle. Without any legal justification Robert strikes Janet three times with his baton
He then takes her to jail. After being released from jail, Janet files a complaint with the local prosecutor regarding Robert's unjustified use of the baton. She also files a complaint with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. After several investigations Robert is terminated from his job as a police officer. Both state and federal authorities desire to prosecute him for his assaultive conduct on Janet. Which of the following statements is accurate regarding this situation? A) Federal authorities may prosecute Robert only if Texas authorities refuse to prosecute him. B) Texas authorities may prosecute Robert only if federal authorities first decline to prosecute him. C) Robert may not be prosecuted by both federal and Texas authorities because such dual prosecution would violate the prohibition against double jeopardy. D) Because of the dual sovereign doctrine, Robert may be prosecuted by both federal and Texas authorities without violating the Constitutional prohibition against double jeopardy.
What is the concept through which youth are able to use their wits to feel safe by avoiding violent confrontation?
a. Siege mentality b. Reaction formation c. Street efficacy d. Retreatism