Ethics in Law Enforcement

Write a documented essay (A documented essay clearly expresses a point of view that is supported with sound reasoning. While based on the one’s opinion, the essay uses references to give credence to the writer’s position) expressing your opinion on an ethical issue in criminal justice.

Chapters six(6) through eight (8) of your text, identifies some of the ethical challenges faced by various entities within the criminal justice system.

For this paper, consider an ethical issue of concern in policing, criminal defense OR corrections. Students need ONLY write on the point of view of ONE entity:

1. POLICE:

– Students choosing to write on this topic, must address the following topics:

– Identify and discuss the possible ethical dilemma(s) faced by police officers privy to misconduct by their colleagues. (5 points)

– List and fully explain two(2) provisions that a police department can implement to create a culture of ethical behavior and professionalism among its officers. (5 points)

– Fully discuss why you belief that your two(2) provisions would propagate an ethical culture in the department. (5 points)

– Identify possible challenges to your proposed provisions, and discuss what a police department can do to address these challenges. (3 points)

2. DEFENSE ATTORNEY:

– Students choosing to write on this topic, must address the following topics:

– Identify and discuss the possible ethical dilemma(s) faced by defense attorneys committed to defend clients who they know to be guilty. (5 points)

– List and fully explain two(2) safeguard that the American Bar Association can implement to insure a culture of ethical behavior and professionalism among attorneys (5 points)

– Fully discuss why you belief that your two(2) provisions would propagate an ethical culture benefitting both the attorneys and their clients. (5 points)

– Identify possible challenges to your proposed provisions and discuss what the American Bar Association can do to address these challenges. (3 points)

OR

3. PRISON WARDEN:

– Students choosing to write on this topic, must address the following topics:

– Identify and discuss the possible ethical dilemma(s) faced by a prison warden made aware that a number of his/her correctional officers have formed intimate (both sexual and non-sexual) relationships with inmates under their supervision. (5 points)

– List and fully explain two(2) safeguard that a warden can implement to insure a culture of ethical behavior and professionalism among his/her officers(5 points)

– Fully discuss why you belief that your two(2) provisions would propagate an ethical culture benefitting the institution and its inmates.. (5 points)

– Identify possible challenges to your proposed provisions and discuss what a warden can do to address these challenges. (3 points)

FORMAT REQUIREMENTS: (2 points)

– Students must use the textbook as well as additional outside resources as reference.

– Paper must be a minimum of 2 to 3 pages in length.

– Double spaced

– 12 pt. font

– 1” margin

– Use APA format. Citations must be listed in a separate ‘Reference Page.’