Define Police Corruption and Distinguish Between Occupational Deviance and Abuse

question 31

Essay

Define police corruption and distinguish between occupational deviance and abuse of authority.Explain the two types of corrupt officers identified by the Knapp Commission.Identify three types of police corruption and give an example of each.

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Definitions:

Open Door Policy

A diplomatic concept aimed at promoting equal opportunities for international trade and commerce for all nations, particularly in relation to China in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

American Rule

A legal principle that each party in a lawsuit pays its own attorney's fees, unlike the "English Rule" where the losing party pays.

Puerto Rico

An island and unincorporated territory of the United States located in the northeastern Caribbean Sea, known for its rich culture and history.

Cuba

An island nation in the Caribbean known for its significant role in Cold War politics, rich cultural heritage, and complex history with the United States.