Construct an essay that discusses the five types of police misconduct. Explicate how the typology differentiates between them. Then, discuss why it is that for all of the discussion about internal affairs systems and civilian review boards, the overwhelming majority of allegations of police misconduct are generated internally and handled internally and informally. (Hint: This is about focusing upon the general orders and ineptitude.)

What will be an ideal response?


Corruption of authority
Police crime (grass eating and meat eating)
Noble cause corruption
Ineptitude
Personal misconduct (off-duty crime and duty-related misconduct)

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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a. Decrease crime b. Decrease citizen satisfaction with the foot patrol program c. Reduce citizens' fear of crime d. Create a positive perception of foot patrol officers

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