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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