Reflective Journal 2: Ethics of Means and Ends
Due Week 9 and worth 50 points
Write a half to one (1/2 to 1) page (150 to 275 words) journal entry in which you:
- Explain the ethical approach concerning means and ends that you would apply if you had a role as the chief of police in your hometown.
- Complete the page requirement.
The specific course learning outcome(s) associated with this assignment are:
- Analyze the ethical issues involved with balancing means and ends in the criminal justice field.
- Write clearly and concisely about ethics and leadership in criminal justice using proper writing mechanics.
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Being the chief of police, I would be bound by the code of ethical conducts established by International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), which states that a police officer’s fundamental duties are to serve the community, protecting the innocent against deception and the peaceful against violence. Being in power does not give me authority over others. In fact, I should realize that am in power to serve the people and protect their interests. My badge as…
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