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Behavior and Misconduct
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Idea that corruption is limited to a small number of officers who were probably dishonest prior to becoming police officers
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The person the police officer thinks is potentially dangerous
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Behavior is determined more by work and peers than preemployment values
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Activity that does not conform to standards and committed during the course of normal work activity
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The use of police power and authority for personal gain
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Specially trained officers given the responsibility to handle situations involving mental health crises
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Behavior is explained by attitudes and values held before being employed
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Actions that violate departmental guidelines
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Acceptance of something of value
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Corruption stems from the nature of police work
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Police abandon ethical means in order to achieve good ends
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Decision-making latitude of the police on whether to inovke legeal sanctions