1.List five (5) factors that influence police discretion and explain each in detail (combination of video presentation and textbook). (1B). What are quotas? How are they used by police departments/police administrators? In your opinion, do you believe quotas are unethical? Why/why not? (1C). The video presentation discussed seven potential problems with police discretion. Briefly discuss two (2) issues to consider when police use discretion.
2.What is the ‘Ferguson Effect’? (be specific). (2B) Explain racial profiling and biased enforcement. Provide examples. (2C). What are the pros and cons of using body cameras? (plural).
3.Explain the “21 foot” rule. Do you believe it is still relevant in policing in 2021? (3B). List the levels (continuums) of force police use and give an example of each. (3C). How does corruption within a police department reflect on the community it serves?
4.What is an EIS system? (What does it stand for?). How is it used by police administrators? In your opinion, do you believe it is an effective method for monitoring? (Why/why not?). (4B) Provide two (2) examples and brief explanations of activities that police engage in to attempt to develop or maintain a favorable image. (4C) In your opinion, should police policy decisions be based on research findings? (Explain/support your answer).
5. What is COMPSTAT and how is it used in policing? (Be specific). (5B). How does the process of ‘protective coloration’ work? (Give examples). How would the process of ‘protective coloration’ potentially impact recruitment of police officers? (Be specific). (5C). The textbook cited Tulsa, Oklahoma, as being a prime example of how to handle an increasingly diverse residential population. What were some of the tactics used by the Tulsa Police Department?