Ethics in Law Enforcement

Ethics in Law Enforcement

Thesis: In carrying out their duties in the field of law enforcement, officers for law enforcement are often faced with ethical dilemmas concerning how to carry out their duties. They are duty-bound to protect the public, and as such, they have to execute their responsibilities in a way that would not destroy the trust of the people in them.

1. Introduction
   1. Law enforcement ethics
2. Ethical issues associated with shooting the driver
   1. Losing controls of the car and placing the children in danger

• Ethical ramifications of shooting at the car tires
  1. Injury to bystanders
  2. No guarantee that the car will stop possibly causing injury

1. Ethical impact of waiting to see what happens and handling the aftermath
   1. Damage in reputation of the officers and the department
   2. Loss of trust from the public
   3. The public fear for their safety
2. Conclusion
   1. overview