Introduction Within the police force, there are many issues that can be brought to attention because of a lack of training for the officers. The lack of adequate police training can manifest in several ways. Firstly, without proper training in de-escalation techniques and conflict resolution, the officers may resort to excessive force in tense situations. This can result in unnecessary harm or even fatalities. Additionally, inadequate training fails to address implicit biases that can influence officers' decision-making. What is meant by this is that it can lead to racially discriminatory and unjust treatment of marginalized communities. Moreover, police officers often encounter individuals experiencing mental health crises as well. Without …show more content…
Training is costly, and these costs extend beyond the actual delivery of the training sessions. For example, “In 2019, Cleveland had forty-seven law enforcement staff per 10,000 residents. The city’s forty-one uniformed officers per 10,000 residents is almost two times higher than the median rate for big cities.” (What is in the Cleveland Police Budget?, n.d.) Many times, such as the example above, show that many officers or departments do not have a lot of time to conduct training. Along with this, the budget to get these classes is very pricy. It could range from hundreds of dollars to thousands of dollars. Along with budget potentially being tight, providing appropriate training facilities equipped with the necessary technology and resources will be a significant financial burden. Training facilities need to accommodate practical exercises, simulations, and classroom instruction. This will be key as these spaces will have relevant equipment, such as firearms simulators or defensive tactics mats, requiring upfront investment. If more training is to be required, some states may make it mandatory to be certified in this specific …show more content…
As I was doing my research, this sentence really impacted me and had a lot of meaning, “Public scrutiny and oversight do not diminish trust in police. Nor does public protest hurt the reputation of law enforcement. Unaddressed misconduct and constitutional violations — again and again over decades — does.” The Truth About Trust and Police. n.d. - n.d. - n.d. When talking about public scrutiny, oversight, and protest, these are not inherently damaging to the reputation of law enforcement but, rather, it is the persistent failure to address misconduct and violations of constitutional rights that undermines public trust in police. This means that accountability is key in maintaining public trust and confidence in law enforcement. When certain instances of misconduct, abuse of power, or violations of civil liberties occur, it is essential for law enforcement agencies to acknowledge them, thoroughly investigate, and take appropriate corrective action. The failure to address such issues perpetuates a cycle of mistrust and resentment between police and the communities they