You have been hired to consult with the new chief of a police department that has been fraught with complaints of officer misconduct. The chief explains that the department has its own section dedicated to monitoring the department's officers and investigating complaints. This is known as:
A)the self-policing model.
B)the internal affairs model.
C)a consent decree.
D)the "rotten barrel" scenario.

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The internal affairs model refers to a division within a police department that is responsible for investigating incidents and possible suspicions of law-breaking and professional misconduct attributed to officers within the department. This is a common approach used by police departments to ensure accountability and integrity among their officers.

You Have Been Hired to Consult with the New Chief