Police officers with greater seniority are less likely to report when they see their fellow officers committing unethical acts, compared to newer police officers, because the latter have been less socialized into the police subculture.

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Newer police officers are less socialized into the police subculture, which often includes a code of silence or loyalty among officers, making them more likely to report unethical acts compared to their more senior counterparts who are more ingrained in these cultural norms.

Police Officers with Greater Seniority Are Less Likely to Report