In the political era,officers were more likely to regulate criminal activity than control it.

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In the political era of policing (1830s-1920s), police officers were often more concerned with maintaining political power than with controlling criminal activity. They were known to be corrupt and to turn a blind eye to criminal behavior as long as it did not threaten the political establishment. Therefore, they were more likely to regulate criminal activity (i.e. keep it in check) rather than control it completely.

In the Political Era,officers Were More Likely to Regulate Criminal