Many law enforcement officers are briefly exposed to the topic of ethics while in the academy. Often, after leaving the academy, they do not receive continuing education. The International Association of Chiefs of Police recommends that ethics training be integrated into continuing education and in-service training programs. Studies suggest that this is happening, and there is literature to support the view that the law enforcement community perceives ethics training as a worthwhile endeavor that should be offered on an ongoing basis at all levels within the organization (Wyatt-Nichol & Franks, 2009). While ethics training is important to reduce departmental liability and help officials make decisions, this is not the only way to promote ethical decision making by officials. Ethical training should be combined with a rigorous employment screening process that attempts to bring the best possible candidates into the profession. Using both of these tools together increases the likelihood of good law enforcement candidates and continues the movement towards
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