Ethics And Anti-Bias Policing

Question 1

Ethics Definition

Answer 1

• Part of philosophy
• deals with good and
  bad.
• right and wrong

Question 2

Integrity

Answer 2

• is a character
  trait
• reflecting honesty and
  truthfulness.

Question 3

5 Principals of Ethics

Answer 3

1. Beneficence and Non-
   Maleficence
2. Fidelity &
   Responsibility
3. Integrity
4. Justice
5. Respect for People’s
   Rights & Dignity

Question 4

ethical dilemma

Answer 4

1. A decision-making
   problem
2. between two possible
   moral imperatives
3. neither of which is
   unmistakably
   acceptable or
   preferable.

Question 5

A moral imperative

Answer 5

A strongly-felt principle {or value} that compels
that person to act.

Question 6

Integrity

Answer 6

the same person in public and in private

Question 7

Balanced perception

Answer 7

ability to see things from all sides.

Question 8

How Ethical Conduct Impact Police Officers

Answer 8

• Personal/mental
  health (Stress)
• Job security
• Easier to effectively
  police
• Increased scrutiny of
  law enforcement by
  media, community and
  oversight committees

Question 9

LAW ENFORCEMENT Oath of Office

Answer 9

YOUR sworn commitment to act and
abide by those ethical behaviors expected
of all law enforcement officers.

Question 10

Oath of Office Involves:

Answer 10

1. Justice
2. Service
3. Importance of Law/
   Protectors of
   Constitution
4. Personal Conduct

Question 11

Laws that affect “LE”
Brady Protocol

Answer 11

1. Bribery and Corrupt
   Influence
2. Compensation for
   Past Official Behavior
3. Failing to Disclose a
   Conflict of Interest
4. Perjury and Related
   Offenses

Question 12

SB20-217

Answer 12

no liability coverage for officers

Question 13

Amendment 41

Answer 13

accepting gifts

Question 14

Use of Force/Responsibility to Report

Answer 14

18-8-802

Question 15

18-8-802

Answer 15

1. When an officer
   witnesses excessive
   force
2. Must make report to
   immediate supervisor,
   in writing, by the end
   of shift

Question 16

18-8-803

Answer 16

Excessive Use of Force

Question 17

Six Pillars of Character

Answer 17

1. Trustworthiness
2. Respect
3. Responsibility
4. Justice and Fairness
5. Caring
6. Civic Virtue and
   Citizenship

Question 18

Trustworthiness

Answer 18

1. Honesty
2. Integrity

Question 19

Respect

Answer 19

Tolerance, no intimidation or prejudice

Question 20

Responsibility

Answer 20

1. Accountability
2. Pursuit of excellence
3. Self-Restraint

Question 21

Justice and Fairness

Answer 21

1. Equity
2. Due Process
3. Open
4. Consistent

Question 22

Civic Virtue and Citizenship

Answer 22

• Beyond own self
  interest
• Running toward chaos
• An obligation to
  contribute to overall
  public good

Question 23

Ethical Policing Principles

Answer 23

*Fair Access
*Public Trust
*Safety and Security
*Teamwork
*Objectivity

Question 24

“Ethics Check” Questions

Answer 24

how to navigate ethical dilemmas
1. Is It Legal?
2. Is It Balanced?
3. How Will I Feel About
Myself ?

Question 25

A.C.T

Answer 25

how to navigate ethical dilemmas:
“A” …. Alternatives
“C” …. Consequences
“T” …. Tell Your Story

Question 26

Alternatives

Answer 26

What Alternatives are available to me
personally in this situation or dilemma?

Question 27

Consequences

Answer 27

Project the Consequences for me of
each alternative…

Question 28

Tell Your Story

Answer 28

Consider my defense – prepare to Tell
your story

Question 29

The Five “P’s” of
Ethical Power

Answer 29

*Purpose
*Pride
*Patience
*Persistence
*Perspective

Question 30

POST De-certification Most Often Resulted From:

Answer 30

1. False statements
   reports
2. Larceny
3. Sex offenses (other
   than rape)
4. Battery

Question 31

What is the Law Enforcement Mission?

Answer 31

• Apprehension of
  perpetrators
• Crime Prevention
• Law Enforcement

Question 32

Is ethics a written code?

Answer 32

No
Not a written code — its all about what we do

Question 33

Definition of Value

Answer 33

Beliefs of worth and importance that
you hold true.

Question 34

Definition of Morals

Answer 34

What is right or wrong based on religion or other foundation

Question 35

Definition of Principle

Answer 35

a fundamental law, rule or truth that does not change

Question 36

Culture Definition

Answer 36

1. A lens or filter
   through which we see
   the world.
2. The patterns of daily
   life learned
   consciously and
   unconsciously by a
   group of people.

Question 37

CULTURE is based off of what we:

Answer 37

• SEE
• HEAR
• EXPERIENCE
• are TOLD
• PERCEIVE
• LEARN

Question 38

Isolation

Answer 38

The experience of members of a
subculture that separates them
(and their subculture) from the
surrounding society.

Question 39

Solidarity

Answer 39

The experience of law enforcement
members that emphasizes loyalty to
fellow officers over and above others.

Question 40

Organizational Tools for
Maintaining Ethical Standards

Answer 40

1. Selection
2. Training (& Re-
   training)
   3.Policies
3. Supervision Culture
4. Internal Affairs

Question 41

ETHICAL PROBLEMS
FOR POLICE

Answer 41

• Information Misuse
• Decisions and
  Discretion
• The Four Horsemen
• Slippery Slope Issues

Question 42

Discretion definition

Answer 42

The authority to make decisions of policy
and practice

Question 43

FOUR HORSEMEN

Answer 43

ANGER
LUST
GREED
PEER PRESSURE

Question 44

The Slippery Slope example

Answer 44

Free cup of coffee
Gratuity or innocent transaction?