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the competing roles society places on law enforcement officers ✔Correct Answer--crime
fighter (crime control model) vs. public servant (due process model)
crime fighter (crime control model) ✔Correct Answer--1.) Repression of criminal conduct is
the most important function.
2.) Failure of law enforcement means the breakdown of order.
3.) Criminal process is the positive guarantor of social freedom.
4.) Efficiency is a top priority.
5.) Emphasis is on speed and finality.
6.) A conveyor belt is the model for the system. *
7.) There is a presumption of guilt.
public servant (due process model) ✔Correct Answer--1. There is a possibility of error.
2. Finality is not a priority.
3. There is insistence on prevention and elimination of mistakes.
4. Efficiency is rejected if it involves shortcuts.
5. Protection of process is important as protection as innocents.
6. The coercive power of the state is always subject to abuse.
public trust ✔Correct Answer--charge of duty imposed in faith toward those you serve
Art. 1: Primary Responsibility of the job ✔Correct Answer--the protection of the people of the
US through upholding of their laws; among these is the US Constitution and its amendments
Art 2: Limitation of authority ✔Correct Answer--Abuse of power: The first duty of a LEO, as
upholder of the Law, is to know its bounds upon him in enforcing it. The American government
gives no man absolute power
Art. 3: Duty to be familiar with the law and with responsibilities of self and other public officials
✔Correct Answer--the law enforcement officer shall assiduously apply himself or herself to the
study of the principles of the laws which he or she is sworn to uphold. You will make certain of
their responsibilities in the particulars of their enforcement, seeking aid from their superiors in
matters of technicality of principle when these are not clear to him or her
Art 4: utilization of proper means to gain proper ends ✔Correct Answer--know your job:
follow protocol: do what you are supposed to do: own up to your mistakes
,the law enforcement officer shall be mindful of their responsibility to pay strict heed to the
selection of means in discharging the duties of his or her office. Violations of law or disregard
for public safety and property on the part of an officer are intrinsically wrong; the employment
of illegal means, no matter how worthy the end, is certain to encourage disrespect for the law
and its officers; if the law is to be honored it must first be honored by those who enforce it
Art 5: cooperation with public official in the discharge of their authorized duties ✔Correct
Answer--the law enforcement officer shall cooperate fully with other public officials in the
discharge of authorized duties, regardless of party affiliation or personal prejudice
Art 6: private conduct ✔Correct Answer--The LEO shall be mindful of his special identification
by the public as an upholder of the law. Laxity of conduct or manner in private life, expressing
either disrespect for the law or seeking to gain special privilege reflects the police officer and
the police service. The community and the service require that the LEO lead the life of a decent
and honorable man or woman
Art 7: conduct toward the public ✔Correct Answer--mindful of communication: get on a level
to understand citizens
The LEO, mindful of his or her relationship to the whole community, shall deal with individuals
of the community in a manner calculated to instill respect for its laws and its police service. The
LEO shall conduct his or her official life in a manner such as will inspire confidence and trust.
The officer will give service where he or she can, and require compliance with the law.
Art 8: conduct in arresting and dealing with law violators ✔Correct Answer--the LEO shall use
his powers of arrest strictly in accordance with the law and with due regard to the rights of the
citizens concerned. Their officer gives them no right to persecute the violator nor to mete out
punishment of the offense. They shall cultivate a dedication to the service of the people and the
equitable upholding of their laws, whether in the handling of law violators or in dealing with the
law-abiding
Art 9: gifts and favors ✔Correct Answer--He or she shall, therefore, guard against placing
himself or herself in a position in which any person can expect special consideration. Be firm in
refusing gifts, favors, gratuities, large or small, which can, in the public mind, be interpreted as
capable of influencing his or her judgment in the discharge of his or her duties.
Art 10: Presentation of Evidence ✔Correct Answer--The LEO shall be concerned equally in the
prosecution of the wrong-doer and the defense of the innocent. He or she shall ascertain what
constitutes evidence and shall present evidence impartially and without malice. The LEO shall
take special pains to increase his or her perception and skill of observation, mindful that in
many situations his is the sole impartial testimony to the facts of the case.
Art 11: Attitude toward the profession ✔Correct Answer--The LEO shall regard the discharge
of his duties as a public trust and recognize responsibility as a public servant. By diligent study
,and sincere attention to self-improvement, he or she shall strive to make the best possible
application of science to the solution of crime and, in the field of human relationships, strive for
effective leadership and public influence in matters of affecting public safety.
Art 1 ✔Correct Answer--The primary responsibility of the job
Art 2 ✔Correct Answer--Limitation of authority
Art 3 ✔Correct Answer--Duty to be familiar with the law and with responsibilities of self and
other public officials
Art 4 ✔Correct Answer--Utilization of proper means to gain proper ends
Art 5 ✔Correct Answer--Cooperation with public officials in the discharge of their authorized
duties
Art 6 ✔Correct Answer--Private conduct
Art 7 ✔Correct Answer--Conduct towards the public
Art 8 ✔Correct Answer--Conduct in arresting and dealing with law violaters
Art 9 ✔Correct Answer--Gifts and favors
Art 10 ✔Correct Answer--presentation of evidence
Art 11 ✔Correct Answer--Attiude towards the profession
common drivers of unethical behavior ✔Correct Answer--1) Noble Cause Corruption
2) "The Blue Curtain" / Code of Silence
3) Slippery Slope / "Mama Rosa's Test"
Noble Cause Corruption ✔Correct Answer--rationalization that the "end" of crime fighting
justifies "means" that might be illegal: do whatever it takes to get an offender off the street
the belief that legal technicalities made the job impossible to do; the belief that the offender
was guilty
example of noble cause corruption ✔Correct Answer--lying on the witness stand
planting evidence
"The Blue Curtain"/Code of Silence ✔Correct Answer--An officer makes a mistake, co-worker
covers for the mistake. Officers now feels indebted and trapped in a situation where he or she
thinks he or she must do the same. The officer who made the mistake cannot bring himself or
herself to "sacrifice" the loyal officer by telling the truth.
, Example of Code of Silence ✔Correct Answer--An officer lying for his partner to cover up a
mistake him made
The Slippery Slope ✔Correct Answer--a minor illegal or corrupt behavior, greater levels of
corruption become easier to perform; the officer has learned to rationalize illegal and
inappropriate behavior and can rationalize more serious wrongdoings, especially when grafting
subcultures exist in the department to socialize new officers into corrupt actives
Mama Rosa's Test ✔Correct Answer--A new recruit is eating with his FTO and other officers.
At the end of the meal, they prepare to leave and the rookie brings out his wallet to pay. The
other officers tell him to shut up and put his money away. The cops have been eating at Mama
Rosa's for a long time and the restaurant has never been held up. Mama Rosa is very thankful
for this. The rookie insists on paying for the meal but the other officers don't want him to ruin a
good thing. If the rookie doesn't pay he will be engaging in corrupt behavior and will feel bad
about it later. If the rookie does pay the other officers will not trust him.
Major groups of unethical behavior in law enforcement ✔Correct Answer--1. Graft, bribery,
and class corruption
2. Process Corruption
3. Brutality & Excessive Force
4. On-Duty unprofessional conduct
5. Work Place Deviance
6. Off-Duty unprofessional conduct
Graft, Bribery, and Class Corruption ✔Correct Answer--when an officer uses their position for
personal benefit in the form of cash, property, sex, drugs, food, or preferred assignment; can be
consensual or extortionate
Example of graft, bribery, and classic corruption ✔Correct Answer--Stealing cash, money, and
drugs from a criminal
Accepting gifts ("on the house" at a restaurant
Process Corruption ✔Correct Answer--Officer interferes with the process of gathering and
presenting evidence.
Process corruption example ✔Correct Answer--Search without a warrant
lying in court
withholding evidence that supports the accused
coercing arrested people into confessions
Brutality & Excessive Force ✔Correct Answer--Law enforcement uses more force than is
necessary to meet the threat
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the competing roles society places on law enforcement officers ✔Correct Answer--crime
fighter (crime control model) vs. public servant (due process model)
crime fighter (crime control model) ✔Correct Answer--1.) Repression of criminal conduct is
the most important function.
2.) Failure of law enforcement means the breakdown of order.
3.) Criminal process is the positive guarantor of social freedom.
4.) Efficiency is a top priority.
5.) Emphasis is on speed and finality.
6.) A conveyor belt is the model for the system. *
7.) There is a presumption of guilt.
public servant (due process model) ✔Correct Answer--1. There is a possibility of error.
2. Finality is not a priority.
3. There is insistence on prevention and elimination of mistakes.
4. Efficiency is rejected if it involves shortcuts.
5. Protection of process is important as protection as innocents.
6. The coercive power of the state is always subject to abuse.
public trust ✔Correct Answer--charge of duty imposed in faith toward those you serve
Art. 1: Primary Responsibility of the job ✔Correct Answer--the protection of the people of the
US through upholding of their laws; among these is the US Constitution and its amendments
Art 2: Limitation of authority ✔Correct Answer--Abuse of power: The first duty of a LEO, as
upholder of the Law, is to know its bounds upon him in enforcing it. The American government
gives no man absolute power
Art. 3: Duty to be familiar with the law and with responsibilities of self and other public officials
✔Correct Answer--the law enforcement officer shall assiduously apply himself or herself to the
study of the principles of the laws which he or she is sworn to uphold. You will make certain of
their responsibilities in the particulars of their enforcement, seeking aid from their superiors in
matters of technicality of principle when these are not clear to him or her
Art 4: utilization of proper means to gain proper ends ✔Correct Answer--know your job:
follow protocol: do what you are supposed to do: own up to your mistakes
,the law enforcement officer shall be mindful of their responsibility to pay strict heed to the
selection of means in discharging the duties of his or her office. Violations of law or disregard
for public safety and property on the part of an officer are intrinsically wrong; the employment
of illegal means, no matter how worthy the end, is certain to encourage disrespect for the law
and its officers; if the law is to be honored it must first be honored by those who enforce it
Art 5: cooperation with public official in the discharge of their authorized duties ✔Correct
Answer--the law enforcement officer shall cooperate fully with other public officials in the
discharge of authorized duties, regardless of party affiliation or personal prejudice
Art 6: private conduct ✔Correct Answer--The LEO shall be mindful of his special identification
by the public as an upholder of the law. Laxity of conduct or manner in private life, expressing
either disrespect for the law or seeking to gain special privilege reflects the police officer and
the police service. The community and the service require that the LEO lead the life of a decent
and honorable man or woman
Art 7: conduct toward the public ✔Correct Answer--mindful of communication: get on a level
to understand citizens
The LEO, mindful of his or her relationship to the whole community, shall deal with individuals
of the community in a manner calculated to instill respect for its laws and its police service. The
LEO shall conduct his or her official life in a manner such as will inspire confidence and trust.
The officer will give service where he or she can, and require compliance with the law.
Art 8: conduct in arresting and dealing with law violators ✔Correct Answer--the LEO shall use
his powers of arrest strictly in accordance with the law and with due regard to the rights of the
citizens concerned. Their officer gives them no right to persecute the violator nor to mete out
punishment of the offense. They shall cultivate a dedication to the service of the people and the
equitable upholding of their laws, whether in the handling of law violators or in dealing with the
law-abiding
Art 9: gifts and favors ✔Correct Answer--He or she shall, therefore, guard against placing
himself or herself in a position in which any person can expect special consideration. Be firm in
refusing gifts, favors, gratuities, large or small, which can, in the public mind, be interpreted as
capable of influencing his or her judgment in the discharge of his or her duties.
Art 10: Presentation of Evidence ✔Correct Answer--The LEO shall be concerned equally in the
prosecution of the wrong-doer and the defense of the innocent. He or she shall ascertain what
constitutes evidence and shall present evidence impartially and without malice. The LEO shall
take special pains to increase his or her perception and skill of observation, mindful that in
many situations his is the sole impartial testimony to the facts of the case.
Art 11: Attitude toward the profession ✔Correct Answer--The LEO shall regard the discharge
of his duties as a public trust and recognize responsibility as a public servant. By diligent study
,and sincere attention to self-improvement, he or she shall strive to make the best possible
application of science to the solution of crime and, in the field of human relationships, strive for
effective leadership and public influence in matters of affecting public safety.
Art 1 ✔Correct Answer--The primary responsibility of the job
Art 2 ✔Correct Answer--Limitation of authority
Art 3 ✔Correct Answer--Duty to be familiar with the law and with responsibilities of self and
other public officials
Art 4 ✔Correct Answer--Utilization of proper means to gain proper ends
Art 5 ✔Correct Answer--Cooperation with public officials in the discharge of their authorized
duties
Art 6 ✔Correct Answer--Private conduct
Art 7 ✔Correct Answer--Conduct towards the public
Art 8 ✔Correct Answer--Conduct in arresting and dealing with law violaters
Art 9 ✔Correct Answer--Gifts and favors
Art 10 ✔Correct Answer--presentation of evidence
Art 11 ✔Correct Answer--Attiude towards the profession
common drivers of unethical behavior ✔Correct Answer--1) Noble Cause Corruption
2) "The Blue Curtain" / Code of Silence
3) Slippery Slope / "Mama Rosa's Test"
Noble Cause Corruption ✔Correct Answer--rationalization that the "end" of crime fighting
justifies "means" that might be illegal: do whatever it takes to get an offender off the street
the belief that legal technicalities made the job impossible to do; the belief that the offender
was guilty
example of noble cause corruption ✔Correct Answer--lying on the witness stand
planting evidence
"The Blue Curtain"/Code of Silence ✔Correct Answer--An officer makes a mistake, co-worker
covers for the mistake. Officers now feels indebted and trapped in a situation where he or she
thinks he or she must do the same. The officer who made the mistake cannot bring himself or
herself to "sacrifice" the loyal officer by telling the truth.
, Example of Code of Silence ✔Correct Answer--An officer lying for his partner to cover up a
mistake him made
The Slippery Slope ✔Correct Answer--a minor illegal or corrupt behavior, greater levels of
corruption become easier to perform; the officer has learned to rationalize illegal and
inappropriate behavior and can rationalize more serious wrongdoings, especially when grafting
subcultures exist in the department to socialize new officers into corrupt actives
Mama Rosa's Test ✔Correct Answer--A new recruit is eating with his FTO and other officers.
At the end of the meal, they prepare to leave and the rookie brings out his wallet to pay. The
other officers tell him to shut up and put his money away. The cops have been eating at Mama
Rosa's for a long time and the restaurant has never been held up. Mama Rosa is very thankful
for this. The rookie insists on paying for the meal but the other officers don't want him to ruin a
good thing. If the rookie doesn't pay he will be engaging in corrupt behavior and will feel bad
about it later. If the rookie does pay the other officers will not trust him.
Major groups of unethical behavior in law enforcement ✔Correct Answer--1. Graft, bribery,
and class corruption
2. Process Corruption
3. Brutality & Excessive Force
4. On-Duty unprofessional conduct
5. Work Place Deviance
6. Off-Duty unprofessional conduct
Graft, Bribery, and Class Corruption ✔Correct Answer--when an officer uses their position for
personal benefit in the form of cash, property, sex, drugs, food, or preferred assignment; can be
consensual or extortionate
Example of graft, bribery, and classic corruption ✔Correct Answer--Stealing cash, money, and
drugs from a criminal
Accepting gifts ("on the house" at a restaurant
Process Corruption ✔Correct Answer--Officer interferes with the process of gathering and
presenting evidence.
Process corruption example ✔Correct Answer--Search without a warrant
lying in court
withholding evidence that supports the accused
coercing arrested people into confessions
Brutality & Excessive Force ✔Correct Answer--Law enforcement uses more force than is
necessary to meet the threat
