Grass eaters is a term coined by the Knapp Commission to refer to officers who engage in minor acts of corrupt practices (e.g., acceptance of gratuities) and passively accept the wrongdoings of other officers.

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The term "grass eaters" was indeed coined by the Knapp Commission to describe police officers who engage in passive corruption, such as accepting small bribes or gratuities, and do not actively pursue corrupt activities but will not refuse them if presented.

Grass Eaters Is a Term Coined by the Knapp Commission