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This book explores the different types of police misconduct including the use of excessive force. It also explores what types of officers become involved in illegal misconduct, steps jurisdictions may take to prevent such problems, and discusses who should police the police. Also included is a historical analysis of police misconduct, discussions on the legal restrictions designed to prevent police misconduct, and steps that the jurisdiction may take to limit their liability. Ancillary material is available with course adoption.
Chapter 1. Introduction to the study of police misconduct -- Chapter 2. Historical analysis of police misconduct -- Chapter 3. Excessive use of force -- Chapter 4. Use of deadly force -- Chapter 5. Other types of misconduct -- Chapter 6. Police corruption in international and transnational situations -- Chapter 7. Preventing police misconduct -- Chapter 8. Citizen review boards and external oversight -- Chapter 9. Citizen review boards and external oversight -- Chapter 10. Investigating and complaining of officer misconduct.
Cliff Roberson, LLM, Ph. D., Professor Emeritus, Washburn University.
Includes bibliographical references and index.