- What are some of the fundamental reasons we see police officers engage in misconduct? Why are these ethical violations so serious and how do they impact their relationship with the community? Fully explain and support your answer.
- The use of force, i.e., when force should be used and in what manner, by law enforcement is constantly an issue for debate. Explain your view on the use of force by police. As part of the response give a situation (real or hypothetical) that illustrates your view. Be careful to fully explain and support your answer.
For the second question, the following video is presented (copy and paste the URL in your browser to view it). Here you will see a police officer using what was ultimately deemed to have been excessive force. Ultimately it costs him his job. What do you think happened here?
Are the actions justified? Go beyond presenting only your opinion.
- What are some of the fundamental reasons we see police officers engage in misconduct? Why are these ethical violations so serious and how do they impact their relationship with the community? Fully explain and support your answer.
- The use of force, i.e., when force should be used and in what manner, by law enforcement is constantly an issue for debate. Explain your view on the use of force by police. As part of the response give a situation (real or hypothetical) that illustrates your view. Be careful to fully explain and support your answer.
For the second question, the following video is presented (copy and paste the URL in your browser to view it). Here you will see a police officer using what was ultimately deemed to have been excessive force. Ultimately it costs him his job. What do you think happened here?
Are the actions justified? Go beyond presenting only your opinion.