Misconduct, unethical behavior (including the code of silence) and corruption are far more likely to cut short an officer's career than is a bad guy with a knife in the alley.

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While facing dangerous situations is a risk of law enforcement, misconduct and unethical behavior can have serious consequences for an officer's career. The code of silence, where officers protect their colleagues even if they are in the wrong, can also contribute to a culture of corruption that can harm both officers and the community they serve.

Misconduct, Unethical Behavior (Including the Code of Silence) and Corruption