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The Pros And Cons Of An Internal Affairs Unit

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I feel that an internal affairs unit would be the most effective means for controlling police behavior. That being said, I also feel that a modified or blended internal affairs unit, law enforcement officers and civilians, would be able to provide the positives from both the internal affairs unit and civilian review board while attempting to mitigate some of the negatives. While I found the concept of a civilian review board intriguing, I had to wonder about the ability of civilians, likely with no law enforcement training or experience, to effectively judge the actions of an officer. It’s difficult for any person, law enforcement or civilian, to judge the choices made in the midst of a chaotic situation. However, a law enforcement officer
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