The text refers to several different, historical definitions of police "professionalism." Why do the authors take time to point out that wearing uniforms, having grooming standards, and operating under chains of command do not make an occupation a "profession"?

What will be an ideal response?


Examine the various components of a profession: specialized training, self-discipline, collegiality, etc.

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The huge number of _____ in the United States is an important reason for our high number of homicides

a. Minorities b. Elderly c. Handguns d. Knives

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The modern system of parole had its origins in the practice known as:

a. ticket of leave b. frankpledge c. mark system d. silent system

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The tightening of a suspect’s handcuffs to punish an arrested person is unethical due to which of the following factors identified by Kleinig (1996) in assessing use of force in ethical terms?

a. proportionality b. minimization c. seemliness d. intention

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When millions of Italians immigrated to the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, social and economic circumstances available to them were bleak and hostile

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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