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Writing about police culture, White and Perrone (p.378) observe:
There can be no doubt that police abuse of powers is real, that in some cases it is a routine
aspect of everyday police practice, and that it is often directed towards the less powerful groups
in society. How do we account for police misconduct of this nature? Likewise, how do we explain
police corruption (i.e. the misuse of office for illegal gain)?
Critically discuss this observation, providing your assessment of whether it is an accurate
statement of modern Australian policing. If you feel that police misconduct / corruption is a real
problem, how would you answer the associated questions? If you do not, explain what it is about
Australian police culture that helps to safeguard the integrity of policing.
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Observation refers to White and Perrone (2015). Crime, criminality and criminal justice 2nd
edition. Oxford University Press