Officer Franks has violated one of the police department's internal rules and is facing a demotion. This is an example of __________.

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a. Incorrect. Police civil liability means that a police officer may be sued in civil court for improper behavior.
b. Incorrect. Criminal liability for police officers means that, like everyone else, they are subject to being charged with violations of the state penal law, such as murder, assault, or larceny.
c. Correct. Police officers are also subject to administrative liability. Officers charged with violations of a department's internal rules and regulations may be subject to discipline in the form of fines, demotions, and even dismissal from the department.
d. Incorrect. Workplace liability coverage pays money one is legally obligated to pay as a result of injury or damage caused while an individual is at work.

Officer Franks Has Violated One of the Police Department's Internal