For courses in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Victimology, Special Topics in Policing, and Ethics. This student-friendly and easy-to-read text provides the most challenging and engaging introduction to the study of ethical issues in policing and corrections available in the U.S. today. It looks at the peculiar ethical demands of these professions, with particular emphasis on sub-cultural constraints, and how loyalty to colleagues can sometimes cause a sacrifice of individuality. Recent findings and events, real-life ethical dilemmas, and the application of moral theories to the field of justice give students a lively and relevant approach to sometimes difficult, sensitive, and even controversial, material.

Reputable Conduct: Ethical Issues in Policing and Corrections

Politics & Social Sciences

Carlson, Daniel P.

Jones, John-R

Philosophy

Pearson College Div

Blazing new trails in its incisive examination of the culture of policing, this volume clearly defines and discusses the cultural underpinnings of the law enforcement community. Softcover.

When Cultures Clash

Social Sciences

This book looks at the peculiar ethical demands in the policing and corrections professions, with particular emphasis on sub-cultural constraints, and how loyalty to colleagues can sometimes cause a sacrifice of individuality. It contains a unique discussion on whether ethics can be taught, covers sensitive, real-life moral dilemmas and the ever-increasing ethical demands placed upon police and corrections professionals. For Chiefs of Police, Jail Wardens/Superintendents, and Principals of Justice Academies.

Reputable Conduct: Ethical Issues in Policing and Corrections (2nd Edition)

Jones M.Ed. Ph.D., John R.

Pearson

This highly informative and provocative book addresses a number of current law enforcement and citizen issues. Written by a law enforcement professional, it provides examples and terminology from the “real world” of policing, while offering a range of strategies for citizens in the arena of police-community relations, giving readers a peek into world of the police officerand the oft-conflicting power they wield and the constraints they face from the U.S. Constitution. Written in a concise, well-documented manner and from a street-level perspective, this book provides a balanced discussion of the major issues confronting law enforcement. Topics covered include: differing perspectives from the point of view of citizens and officers, police culture, officer safety, the police mission, the failure of law enforcement management, policing the police, citizen behavior skills, complaints against the police, and bridging the gap between citizens and law enforcement. Usually well-suited for general readership, this book provides considerable useful and enlightening information for the average citizen. Especially useful for law enforcement and criminal justice professionals.

When Cultures Clash: Strategies for Strengthened Police-Community Relations (2nd Edition)

Enforcing Ethics: A Scenario-Based Workbook for Police and Corrections Recruits and Officers Value Package (includes Reputable Conduct: Ethical Issues in Policing and Corrections) (2nd Edition)

Legal Theory & Systems

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