Ethical Practices in Law, Public Safety, Corrections

Which of the following is NOT true about public trust?

• It is the result of ethical decision making

• Guarantees there are less criminals in the community

• Ensures community members feel safe reaching out to criminal justice agencies

• Keeps individuals in criminal justice agencies safe

Which of the following describes ethics?

• The study of how things are determined to be illegal

• The study of criminal law history and the exploration of making difficult decisions

• The study of morality and the exploration of behaviors classified as right and wrong

• The study of societies who have established legal and illegal behaviors

Which of the following is NOT a true statement?

• Behaving ethically means doing what has the most positive effect on other people and serves the common good

• Lying to your parents about a bad grade is an example of unethical behavior

• An unethical activity can be an action which deviates from socially acceptable behavior

• An unethical activity is always something which is illegal

Which term is used to describe a series of codes dictating how an individual should behave in his or her workplace?

• Professional conduct

• Code of morals

• Ethics

• Company Laws

What is a consequence for someone who does not adhere to the standards of professional conduct according to this segment?

• Closer relationship to public

• Losing job

• Being convicted with a felony

• Being required to pay fines

Which of the following is NOT a true statement?

• Law enforcement officers are at a high risk for interacting with difficult people

• Professional conduct for a law enforcement officer means only behaving appropriately at work

• Not behaving professionally can put the community at large in danger

• Law enforcement officers in leadership positions have a specific code of conduct, because they have more power and responsibility

What do law enforcement agencies’ codes of conduct and operating orders provide?

• Guidelines for how law enforcement officers should behave

• Guidelines for conducting the basic duties on the job

• Guidelines written by the employer to ensure proper protection of private property

• Guidelines written by state congress to explain legality of police procedure

Which of the following do professional codes of conduct for law enforcement officers NOT prohibit?

• Keeping quiet about unethical or unprofessional behavior of coworkers

• Abuse of power

• Excessive use of force

• Irresponsible financial decisions

Which of the following is NOT stated in the code of conduct for sheriffs?

• Sheriffs must prevent employees from mistreating civilians

• Sheriffs must set a high standard of behavior for employees

• Sheriffs must promote employees regularly

• Sheriffs must avoid allowing bias or bribes to dictate decisions

How should a police officer respond to a bribe of $100?

• The police officer can take the money, but the officer should refrain from allowing the bribe to dictate any law enforcement decision

• The police officer can take the money as long as the officer follows through on the agreement made over the bribe

• The police officer cannot take the money, but can take objects or free services

• The police officer cannot take the bribe, and the officer should either report the bribe or provide the individual with a warning