Explain how police officers can avoid succumbing to the lower ethical subculture present in most high-crime environments.
1 Children raised in homes with delinquent parents (e.g., criminals, gang members) are more likely to engage in delinquent behavior now, and criminal behavior later, than children brought up in stable, law-abiding families. If a child is found committing a crime, should the parents also be liable to a criminal and/or civil penalty? Explain.
2 Young women are increasingly becoming involved in street gangs. Why do you believe this is happening?
3 From a Christian worldview, explain how police officers can avoid succumbing to the lower ethical subculture present in most high-crime environments. What can police agencies do to address police misconduct? Explain.
4 You are a police chief writing a policy manual. How would you decide what types of misconduct should result in termination and which types could be handled with lesser forms of discipline? Provide reasons to support your decisions.
5 Which is more effective in protecting the nation from terrorist attacks: police, or the military? Is homeland defense better operated as a law enforcement or military responsibility? Explain. Should terrorism be treated differently than common criminal acts? Why?
6 Why is it important to have a terrorism plan and terrorism exercises that integrate police, fire, emergency medical, and other governmental specialties? Explain.
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