There is no official professional code of ethics governing research within the field of criminal justice itself.

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While there are professional codes of ethics for specific professions within the criminal justice field (such as law enforcement and corrections), there is not one universal code of ethics for research conducted within the field. However, researchers are expected to adhere to ethical standards set forth by their academic institution and the larger research community.

There Is No Official Professional Code of Ethics Governing Research