Research a specific incident involving police officer conduct that has been called into question.
Write a 3-4 page paper in which you do the following:
- Identify and briefly describe the incident.
- Explain what ethical codes would guide the officer in an ethical response to this situation and how these codes relate to morality and legal responsibility in this incident.
- Explain whether there were any policy violations or policies that may warrant change considering the incident.
- Describe the handling of the situation by the criminal justice system. Were any changes made based upon the incident? If so, were those changes affected by outside influences or pressure?
- Determine through your research whether the situation was handled appropriately in the criminal justice system, or if there was a better course of action. Justify your answer.
Reference at least 2 scholarly sources in addition to the textbook.
Format your paper according to APA guidelines.
Submit your assignment.
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