Which U.S. code specifically provides a mechanism for filing a civil tort action against individual police officers?
A) Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1972.
B) Title 42, Section 1983, titled Civil Action for Deprivation of Rights.
C) Title 10, the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act.
D) Title 7, Section 1999, titled Action against Police Officers.
B
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A basis of knowledge in which we rely on the media's construction of the truth, which often relies on claims made by politicians and government officials is called ______
a. authority knowledge b. traditional knowledge c. commonsense knowledge d. media knowledge e. personal experience knowledge
Which of the following is designed to ensure that officers receive reasonable protection from frivolous complaints that could ruin their reputation and work record?
A) code of ethics B) police officers? bill of rights C) injunctive relief D) absolute immunity
The claim to _________________made by the police requires an assumption of the obligations of a profession
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
What must the mens rea for larceny include?
a. Indication of theft b. Concern for theft c. Probability of theft d. Intent to steal