CRM 2305 Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Rotten Apples, Police Misconduct, Ethical Dilemma
2 Oct 2018
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E. g. two officers involved in a physical altercation with one another. (p. 78: abuse of discretionary powers and authority: corrupt practice . It is often difficult to determine the point where discretion crosses the line and becomes discriminatory or illegal. (p. 80-81) Reducing police wrongdoing: police services have placed an increasing emphasis on the ethical integrity of applicants, and concerns over integrity are a primary reason that applicants are unsuccessful in their bid to become police officers. (p. 82) Governance of the police: on the one hand, the police require a degree of operational autonomy to effectively and efficiently carry out their mandated tasks. Given the nature of their mandated role, the police need to be free from government interference and influence. Oversight of police services and officers: the complaint process: structures of police oversight and the procedures for receiving, and investigating, complaints against the police are an integral part of the governance structure. (p.
