Ethical Issues Transcend All Elements of the Justice System

question 54

Multiple Choice

Ethical issues transcend all elements of the justice system. Why are ethical standards so important in criminal justice

• A)Without ethical decision making, it is possible that individual civil rights and liberties will suffer.
• B)Agents of the criminal justice system have access to citizens' most personal information, raising concerns of privacy and confidentiality.
• C)Justice system personnel may work in an environment where moral ambiguity is widespread.
• D)Ethical standards are important in the justice system for all these reasons.

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Nonunion Employees

Workers who are not members of a labor union or trade union.

Wage Increases

Adjustments made to an employee's salary or hourly rate, typically to adjust for factors like cost of living, performance, or market conditions.

Problems

Issues, obstacles or situations that require a solution or need to be dealt with.

Right-to-Work Law

Legislation that prohibits union security agreements between companies and workers' unions, preventing the requirement of union membership for employment.