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BLET 03 -Ethics Flashcards

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What is the primary responsibility of law enforcement officers?

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To serve the community, safeguard lives and property, protect the innocent, and ensure rights to liberty, equality, and justice.

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Define “morals” in the context of law enforcement ethics.

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Principles of right and wrong.

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Define “ethics” in the context of law enforcement.

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The discipline of determining good and evil and defining moral duties.

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What is the “Crime Fighter” model in law enforcement?

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Emphasis on repression of criminal conduct, efficiency, and presumption of guilt.

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What is the “Public Servant” model in law enforcement?

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Emphasis on preventing mistakes, protecting process, and rejection of shortcuts.

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What does “honor” mean in the Law Enforcement Oath of Honor?

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One’s word is given as a guarantee.

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How is “betray” defined in the Law Enforcement Oath of Honor?

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Breaking faith with public trust.

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What does the “badge” symbolize in law enforcement?

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The symbol of one’s office.

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How is “integrity” defined in the Law Enforcement Oath of Honor?

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Being the same person in both private and public life.

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What does “character” mean in the Law Enforcement Oath of Honor?

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The qualities that distinguish an individual.

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How is “public trust” defined in the Law Enforcement Oath of Honor?

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A charge of duty imposed in faith toward those you serve.

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What does “courage” mean in the Law Enforcement Oath of Honor?

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Having the strength to withstand unethical pressure, fear, or danger.

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How is “accountability” defined in the Law Enforcement Oath of Honor?

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Being answerable and responsible to your oath of office.

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What does “community” refer to in the Law Enforcement Oath of Honor?

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The jurisdiction and citizens served.

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What is the fundamental duty of a law enforcement officer according to the Code of Ethics?

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To serve the community, safeguard lives and property, protect the innocent, and respect constitutional rights.

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What is “noble cause corruption” in law enforcement?

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The rationalization that the “end” of crime fighting justifies “means” that might otherwise be illegal or unethical.

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What is the “blue curtain” or “code of silence” in law enforcement?

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A misguided sense of interpersonal loyalty that overlooks or covers up misdeeds and wrongdoing.

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What is the “slippery slope” concept in law enforcement ethics?

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The idea that engaging in minor illegal or corrupt behavior can lead to greater levels of corruption.

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What is the “Mama Rosa’s Test” in law enforcement ethics?

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A scenario where acceptance of gratuities serves as a ritual indoctrination into more corrupt activities.

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What is “graft” in law enforcement unethical behavior?

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Using one’s position for personal benefit in the form of cash, property, or other goods.

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What is “process corruption” in law enforcement?

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Interfering with the process of gathering and presenting evidence.

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What is “brutality” in law enforcement unethical behavior?

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Using more force than is necessary to meet a threat.

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What is “on-duty unprofessional conduct” in law enforcement?

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Miscellaneous conduct directed toward the public without clear benefit to law enforcement.

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What is “workplace deviance” in law enforcement?

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Harassment, discrimination, or substance abuse among colleagues.

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What is “off-duty unprofessional conduct” in law enforcement?

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Behavior in personal life that reflects poorly on the department and profession.

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What are the four main types of ethical dilemmas in law enforcement?

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Dilemmas of discretion, duty, honesty, and loyalty.

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What is the primary difference between law enforcement and most other professions?

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The level of public trust placed in law enforcement.

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What document outlines the fundamental duties of law enforcement officers?

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The Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.

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What is the purpose of the Canons of Police Ethics?

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To provide ethical guidelines and responsibilities for law enforcement officers.

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What is the first duty of a law enforcement officer according to the Canons of Police Ethics?

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To know the bounds of their authority in enforcing the law.

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According to the Canons of Police Ethics, what should officers do regarding the law?

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Assiduously apply themselves to the study of the principles of the laws they are sworn to uphold.

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What does the Canon on “Utilization of proper means to gain proper ends” emphasize?

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The importance of using legal means to achieve law enforcement goals.

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How should law enforcement officers cooperate with other public officials, according to the Canons?

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Fully cooperate regardless of party affiliation or personal prejudice.

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What does the Canon on “Private conduct” stress?

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The importance of maintaining decent and honorable conduct in private life.

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How should law enforcement officers conduct themselves toward the public, according to the Canons?

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In a manner calculated to instill respect for laws and police service.

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What does the Canon on “Conduct in arresting and dealing with law violators” emphasize?

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The importance of using arrest powers strictly in accordance with the law and with due regard for citizens’ rights.

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How should law enforcement officers handle gifts and favors, according to the Canons?

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Refuse gifts, favors, or gratuities that could be interpreted as influencing their judgment.

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What is emphasized in the Canon on “Presentation of evidence”?

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The importance of presenting evidence impartially and without malice.

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How should law enforcement officers view their profession, according to the Canons?

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As an honorable profession rendering valuable service to the community and country.

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What is a common rationalization for unethical behavior in law enforcement?

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Loyalty to colleagues comes before anything else.

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What belief about the public can contribute to unethical behavior in law enforcement?

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The belief that the public, or most of it, is the enemy.

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What misconception about due process can lead to unethical behavior?

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The belief that due process is a barrier to getting the job done.

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What rationalization about deception can contribute to unethical behavior?

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The belief that deception and lying are okay if it means getting the “bad guy.”

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What misconception about policing can lead to unethical behavior?

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The belief that “real” policing (crime control) is what’s important, not “garbage calls” (social service).

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What belief about the public’s strength can contribute to unethical behavior?

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The belief that the public is weak.

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What rationalization about force can lead to unethical behavior?

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The belief that the use of force is justified in the face of opposition.

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What victim mentality can contribute to unethical behavior in law enforcement?

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The belief that police officers are victims due to low pay and public misunderstanding.

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What sense of entitlement can lead to unethical behavior?

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The belief that the public owes police officers for their service.

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What misconception about force can contribute to unethical behavior?

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The belief that force is the only thing “these people” understand.

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What dangerous belief about the law can lead to unethical behavior?

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The belief that you don’t have to obey the law when you are the law.

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What rationalization based on public perception can lead to unethical behavior?

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The belief that since the public thinks every cop is a crook, there’s no point in trying to be honest.

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What rationalization about taking money can contribute to unethical behavior?

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The belief that if one doesn’t take the money, someone else will.

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What rationalization based on pay can lead to unethical behavior?

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The belief that taking money is justified due to low wages.

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What rationalization based on good intentions can lead to unethical behavior?

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The belief that using ill-gotten gains for a good cause (e.g., family needs) is justified.

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What is “denial of responsibility” in the context of unethical behavior?

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The belief that actions are predetermined by criminals, higher-ups, and political pressures.

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What is “denial of victim” in the context of unethical behavior?

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The belief that criminals deserve punishment, regardless of the means used.

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What is “denial of injury” in the context of unethical behavior?

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The belief that minor theft or misconduct won’t hurt anyone.

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What are the two most frequently given factors for noble cause corruption?

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The belief that legal technicalities make the job impossible and the belief that the offender is guilty.

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How can the “blue curtain” or code of silence develop?

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When an officer covers for another’s mistake, creating a cycle of mutual protection.

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What is the danger of accepting gratuities in law enforcement?

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It can be a first step towards more serious corrupt activities.

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What is a “dilemma of discretion” in law enforcement?

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A situation where an officer must decide whether to strictly enforce the law or consider alternatives.

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