The Justice Department Can Bring Lawsuits Against Police Departments Under

question 52

Multiple Choice

The Justice Department can bring lawsuits against police departments under a section of the law known as the

• A)Violent Crime Control Act.
• B)Police Brutality Act.
• C)Police Misconduct Act.
• D)Civil Rights Guarantee Act.

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Definitions:

Rational-legal Authority

A form of leadership where authority is legitimized by legal rules and regulations that are believed to be rational and just.

Bureaucracy

An organizational structure characterized by regularized procedure, division of responsibility, hierarchy, and impersonal relationships, often associated with governmental agencies.

Incentive Programs

Programs designed to motivate and reward individuals or groups to achieve specific goals.

Employee Recognition

The act of acknowledging and appreciating employees for their performance and contributions to the organization, often implemented as a strategy to motivate workforce and improve job satisfaction.