The extent to which the community believes that police actions are appropriate, proper, and just, and its willingness to recognize authority is referred to as police ______.

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Police legitimacy refers to the public's belief that the police conduct their duties in a manner that is appropriate, proper, and just, which in turn influences the public's willingness to recognize and accept police authority.

The Extent to Which the Community Believes That Police Actions