Exam 2: Policing in the American Context

The branch of government that influences the police through decisions that "trickle down" is the ________ branch.

The IUPA is more a lobbying organization than a professional association.

The investigating officers are involved in the sentencing phase of the criminal justice system.

Sir Robert Peel's 7th Principle of Policing states,"Police,at all times,should maintain a relationship with the public that gives reality to the historic tradition that the police are the public and the public are the police; the police being only members of the public who are paid to give full -time attention to duties which are incumbent on every citizen in the interests of community welfare and existence." Which policing system described in this chapter most closely matches this description? Do you think this description holds TRUE today? Why or why not?

A third of the population does not view the police favorably,and a significant percentage of that third is composed of ________.

Law enforcement cannot protect citizens without their support.

Which document ensures that the government of the United States cannot go too far without answering to the people?

To fully describe the American government,one must refer both to the fact that it is a democracy and also mention that its government structure is characterized by ________.

Police are least involved in the phase of the criminal justice system that takes place after the trial.

Membership in the National Black Police Association is not open to officers who are not African-American.

Explain the changes that have taken place in the Texas Rangers since their inception.

The elements of the organizational environment for the police include the community,government agencies,other police and criminal justice agencies,and the ________.

Which is the best definition of democracy?

Peace officers may assist prosecutors as investigators.

Which police organization has the mission of promoting "global and cultural friendship among peace officer"?

Which of these is NOT a phase in the criminal justice process?

The fact that Americans disagree over whether eavesdropping on domestic phone conversations by federal antiterrorism investigators is necessary for security or a threat to democratic values demonstrates which "pillar" of democracy?

Under what conditions does a prosecutor decide to bring charges against a suspect?

If the Constitution does not specifically vest a power in the states,it automatically belongs to the federal government.

A key difference between the council-manager form of local government and the mayor council form lies in whether or not they have a(n)________ manager.