Law Enforcement Accountability
/ˈlɔː ˌɛnˈfɔːrsmənt əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) The principle and practice of holding law enforcement agencies and officers responsible for their actions, especially in preventing abuse of power, misconduct, and violation of rights.
The city implemented new policies to improve law enforcement accountability after several public complaints.
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- law enforcement accountability
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Commentary
Usage often involves mechanisms like civilian review boards, body cameras, and transparent disciplinary actions to ensure ethical policing practices.
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