The government has the right to limit privacy in those instances in which courts have recognized that there is a compelling governmental interest. Identify the four broad areas outlined in your text and provide a one sentence summary of each of them.

What will be an ideal response?


Public safety. Limits on possession of lethal chemicals and explosives and requirements that individuals use safety belts and motorcycle helmets.
Public health. Requirements that individuals obtain vaccinations and avoid use of unlawful narcotics.
Public morality. Laws prohibiting prostitution and incest.
Public welfare. The requirement of compulsory education.

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An important element of Compstat consists of ______________________

a. informant information b. crime mapping c. community policing d. neighborhood watch

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According to the California Department of Justice, community-oriented policing and problem solving is a philosophy, management style, and organizational strategy that promotes reactive problem solving and police–community partnerships

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which form of high-level employee activity is most likely to be unauthorized, and therefore illegal?

a. Stock options b. Bonuses c. Club memberships d. Expense account padding

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________ (reinterviews and replacement of panel subunits) enables the crime panel to remain fresh and representative

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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