Question 1

Police have not developed a new law enforcement weapon in over 50 years.

Accepted Answer

Police have developed new weapons in the past 50 years, such as non-lethal options like tasers and pepper spray. Additionally, advancements have been made in technology for surveillance and communication.

Question 2

Deadly force was used in the Edward Garner case.

Accepted Answer

Deadly force was used in the Edward Garner case when a police officer shot and killed Garner while he was fleeing for suspected burglary. The use of deadly force was deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court in 1985 unless the officer has probable cause to believe that the suspect poses a significant threat of death or serious physical injury to the officer or others.

Question 3

The job of controlling police misbehavior is often left to the internal control of the police department.

Accepted Answer

Internal control mechanisms such as internal affairs divisions and disciplinary processes are typically the responsibility of the police department itself. However, external oversight agencies such as civilian review boards, independent auditors, and the judicial system may also play a role in controlling police misbehavior.

Question 4

The techniques used to control police are adequate to prevent misconduct from occurring again.

Accepted Answer

While there are techniques in place to control police misconduct, they are not always effective at preventing it from happening again. There have been many instances of police officers repeating misconduct and facing minimal consequences, indicating that current techniques may not be enough to fully control and prevent such behavior.

Question 5

New technology in policing is sometimes not reliable.

Accepted Answer

New technology in policing is often in the development phase and can have glitches that impact its reliability. Additionally, human error in using the technology correctly can also affect its reliability.

Question 6

American citizens have always had the right to sue police departments for misconduct.

Accepted Answer

The ability to sue police departments for misconduct has evolved over time and is governed by specific laws and court decisions, such as the Civil Rights Act of 1871 (Section 1983), which allows for legal action against government officials, including police officers, for civil rights violations. However, this was not always a clear or guaranteed right and has been shaped by various legal interpretations and reforms.

Question 7

Looking only at victim statistics,police kill more young African American men than young Caucasian men.

Accepted Answer

According to data from Mapping Police Violence, young African American men are 2.5 times more likely to be killed by police than young Caucasian men.

Question 8

Police have broad discretion in the use of deadly force.

Accepted Answer

Police use of deadly force is regulated by specific guidelines and laws that limit its use to situations where there is an imminent threat to life or serious bodily harm.

Question 9

Internal affairs units maintain a formal process for citizens to file complaints.

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Citizens generally have no problems with their civil liberties being limited if it can help fight terrorism.

Accepted Answer

Many citizens are concerned about the balance between security measures and the protection of civil liberties. Limiting civil liberties in the name of fighting terrorism can lead to significant public debate and opposition, as people value their freedoms and rights.

Question 11

Less-lethal weapons may cause officers to act too quickly when an incident could have been handled without force.

Accepted Answer

The availability of less-lethal weapons may make officers more likely to use force when other options could have been pursued, leading to a potentially unnecessary escalation of the situation.

Question 12

Many citizens perceive that a significant amount of police misconduct may be hidden from public view.

Accepted Answer

This perception is supported by numerous incidents of police misconduct that have come to light only because of public outcry or whistleblower revelations. Additionally, many police departments have been reluctant to release information or cover up incidents of misconduct, which further reinforces this perception.

Question 13

Even local law enforcement must be trained in homeland security.

Accepted Answer

Local law enforcement plays a crucial role in maintaining homeland security and responding to potential threats, which is why they must be trained in homeland security as part of their regular duties.

Question 14

All 50 states are members of MATRIX,the Multistate Anti-Terrorism Information Exchange.

Accepted Answer

Not all 50 states are members of MATRIX (the Multistate Anti-Terrorism Information Exchange); participation varies and has changed over time due to privacy concerns and other factors.

Question 15

Polygraph tests are admissible in a court of law.

Accepted Answer

Polygraph tests are generally not admissible in court because they are not considered reliable evidence. Courts often question their accuracy and the methodology behind them.

Question 16

Funding for homeland security issues generally comes from money supporting community policing.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

The rotten-apple theory explains nearly all police corruption.

Accepted Answer

The rotten-apple theory suggests that police corruption is caused by a few bad individuals within an otherwise honest police force. However, research shows that police corruption is often systemic and influenced by factors such as organizational culture, inadequate training and supervision, and societal pressures. Therefore, the rotten-apple theory cannot fully explain police corruption.

Question 18

Law enforcement agencies need to be trained to recognize terrorist threats,such as the growth of phony charities.

Accepted Answer

Law enforcement agencies need to be trained to recognize various terrorist threats, including the use of phony charities as a means of funding terror activities. Detecting and disrupting terrorist financing is a critical aspect of counterterrorism efforts.

Question 19

According to your text,work in the internal affairs unit is stressful.

Accepted Answer

The text states that work in the internal affairs unit can be "stressful and mentally taxing."

Question 20

Police need to develop new technologies in weaponry because of the increased lethality of the weapons used by criminals.

Accepted Answer

Criminals are increasingly using more powerful and lethal weapons such as assault rifles, high-capacity magazines, and body armor. To keep up with this, police need to develop new technologies and tactics to effectively respond to these threats and keep the public safe.

Quiz 7: Policing: Contemporary Issues and Challenges