LeoProfessionalism

What is the primary responsibility of the police service?

(Hint: Always about the people, not politics — protect life, liberty, and property)

• Enforce personal values

• Protect the agency image

• Protect the people of the United States through upholding laws

• Serve government officials

According to Peel, what proves the police are doing their job well?

(Hint: Peel said true success is when crime doesn’t happen, not when we react to it)

• Arrests made

• Budget spent

• Absence of crime

• Number of officers hired

Which of the following is a Peelian Principle?

3. (Hint: Peel emphasized accountability and public trust through government control)

• Use military force when needed

• Officers must be reactive only

• Police must be under government control

• Arrest records define success

Why should police officers report misconduct?

(Hint: Required by Code of Ethics — silence = complicity)

• To win favor

• For promotions

• To maintain integrity and trust in the department

• To reduce paperwork

What does the Code of Ethics say about confidentiality?

5. (Hint: Officers should protect private info unless duty or law says otherwise)

• Share everything

• Hide it all

• Keep it secret unless duty requires disclosure

• Tell the media

What is one result of bias-based policing?

6. (Hint: Bias leads to mistrust and violates equal protection under the law)

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• Improved discretion

• Unequal treatment and damaged public trust

• Faster investigations

• More trust

What does the term “discretion” mean in policing?

7. (Hint: Reasonable decision-making within lawful boundaries)

• Acting based on emotion

• Using professional judgment on when/how to enforce laws

• Avoiding reports

• Doing what the public wants

What is one benefit of using police discretion?

(Hint: Prioritize important violations — not every minor offense needs arrest)

• It avoids taking responsibility

• It allows focus on serious crimes

• It gives all the power to courts

• It builds corruption

According to Peel, good appearance:

9. (Hint: Looking professional builds legitimacy and public confidence)

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• Is required by law

• Commands respect

• Is for parades only

• Doesn’t matter

What system is known as one of the earliest forms of law enforcement in America?

10. (Hint: Community volunteers patrolled at night in colonial towns)

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• Interpol

• FBI

• Secret Service

• Night Watch System