CJUS 102 Chapter Notes - Chapter 5: Reverse Discrimination, Employment Discrimination, Civil Rights Act Of 1964
5 Dec 2017
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Instills officers" belief of us vs. them toward the community. Looks at how police officers interact with the law enforcement organization. Not enough effort made to retain the best officers. Many departments have problems with the personnel because they: Positive - heroic saints who risk their lives. Negative - poorly educated, untrained, prejudiced, brutal, and corrupt. *tombstone courage* -> running right into the action without backup. Personnel decisions are shared with other governmental agencies, such as the system. Pendleton civil service reform act (1883) eliminated in federal government. A bill was passed by the legislature in march, 1886, creating a non-partisan. New mayor fired 238 of the 289 patrol officers, presumably because of their police force and increasing the force from 300 to 400 men. appointment for political reasons. Screening of applicants and selection of new recruits. Most departments - 21 years of age. Reflects the composition of the community it serves.
