Law Enforcement Standards
/ˈlɔː ˌɪnˌfɔːrsmənt ˈstændərdz/
Definitions
- (n.) Established criteria and principles governing the conduct, procedures, and operations of police and other law enforcement agencies to ensure legality, accountability, and effectiveness.
The department revised its law enforcement standards to improve community trust and operational transparency.
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Commentary
Law enforcement standards typically derive from statutory, administrative, and policy sources and serve as baseline measures for training, operations, and disciplinary actions.
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