... termination and loss of pension. Some may claim that this is paranoia and will simply cost too much. A single officer can tie up numerous other non-problem officers during the discipline and re-training stages, only adding to the cost of rehabilitating this problem officer. When does an officer need intervention? When is the officer worth keeping or discharging? Is identifying ... on those who do to legally protect themselves. Most of the cost of the above mentioned police abuse prevention strategies lies with the taxpayer, for when it comes to funding discipline and re-training yet aga...

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... officers will more likely wear it. They should have the top-of-the-line equipment and tools to protect them. In addition, they need to make body armor mandatory and discipline the officers who choose to ignore this rule. Officers should have the implements and resources needed to be safe while keeping their communities safe. There are ways to diminish the ... ...

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... is legal and acceptable, is frequently used as a means to escape or blow off steam. Repeated negative patterns of alcohol abuse can result in problems on the job: absenteeism, suspension, discipline; and at home: relationship issues, substance abuse, and fighting. (Swatt et al, 2007) Continued alcohol use complicates depression and suicidality for two reasons. First, during a crisis, alcohol impairs judgment and ... ...

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... their actions and punish those who participate in misconduct (King, 2009). Although strengthened selection and training are critical first steps, it is also necessary that procedures be in place to discipline or dismiss problem officers as soon as possible (Sechres and Burns, 1992). It is the responsibility of the department to correct police misconduct for the benefit of the public. Furthermore ... ...

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