Fair & Equitable Police Practices Flashcards
What are the categories of implicit bias?
Similarity
Attribution
Expedience
Experience
Define similarity implicit bias?
Is to favor or choose people whom we identify as similar to us.
Define attribution implicit bias?
Is perceiving or judging the actions of others more harshly than we would judge ourselves.
Define expedience implicit bias?
Is making a decision based on what comes to mind fastest, rather than being deliberate and gathering objective information.
Define experience implicit bias?
Is believing that everyone thinks the way we do and anyone who disagrees with us is wrong.
What is implicit bias?
The unconscious assumptions we make through out the day based on our past experiences.
What is explicit bias?
The conscious attitudes and beliefs we make about an individual or group.
What are 4 central principals for procedural just behavior?
- Treating people with dignity
- Giving individuals a voice during encounters
- Being neutral and transparent in decision-making
- Conveying trustworthy motives
How is trust built?
Fair and equitable treatment
Transparency
Accountability
Consistent adherence to ethical standards
What are the 5 universal truths of human intereaction?
People feel the need to be respected
People prefer to be asked then told
People have a desire to know why
People prefer to have options than threats
People want to have a second chance
What is the 5 step tactical compliance format?
Ask - don’t tell
Explain why
Present options, not threats
Give a second chance
Take appropriate action
What is important to peace officers?
Good citizenship
What is the LEED method?
Stands for “Listen, Explain with Equity, and Dignity,” representing a model used to train officers to interact with the public by actively listening to people’s concerns, clearly explaining actions taken, treating everyone fairly, and maintaining respect for their dignity during interactions, thereby promoting positive community relations and building trust
