KLETC Test 5 – Questions With Expert Solutions
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Terms in this set (237)
Prejudice A preconceived idea, preference, judgment or
opinion formed beforehand or without full knowledge
or complete examination of the facts about an
individual, group, race or their perceived
characteristics.
Biases A partiality that prevents objective consideration of an
issue or situation. A tendency to believe some people,
ideas, etc. are better than others usually results in
treating some people unfairly.
Stereotyping A rigid, oversimplified, often exaggerated belief that is
applied both to an entire social category of people
and to each individual within it.
,Why are biases present in all people A normal human attribute-even well- intentioned
and how unconscious bias works in the people have biases,
human mind? Biases are often unconscious or "implicit,"
Implicit biases are sometimes incompatible with our
conscious attitudes,
Implicit biases can influence our actions,
Understanding how implicit bias can affect our
perceptions and behavior is the 1st step to "override"
implicit biases,
Pre-Judge "Ambiguous Stimuli."
Demographic changes expected in Large increase in Hispanic Americans,
Kansas. Small increases in Asian and African Americans.
Culture A pattern of behaviors, thought, speech, actions,
customs, social forms and traits which are specific to a
particular group.
Cultural barriers which may impact Language,
successful communications between Physical,
law enforcement officers and the -Eye Contact,
people they serve. -Personal Space,
-Touching,
-Animation and Volume,
Norms and Customs,
Views of the Criminal Justice System.
The impact a bias can have on an Controlled vs. Uncontrolled Bias,
officer's perceptions and ethical Over-vigilant vs. Under-vigilant Responses,
behavior.
What impact does biased policing has May not trust police, or comply with demands,
on community members? May commit more crimes?
May not help police,
Could affect jury member's feelings,
May be less likely to report crimes.
,How fair and impartial policing is Help the police by giving them useful investigative,
fundamental to the legitimacy of law Victims report crime and cooperate with the police
enforcement officers in society, and and the courts,
their specific jurisdiction. They are more likely to obey laws,
They are more likely to believe officers when officers
testify in court and they sit on the jury.
How to implement a controlled and Everyone has their own biases.
unbiased response in law enforcement Be able to identify what yours are.
duties. Uncontrolled can have a negative impact on an
officer's perceptions and ethical behavior.
Factors to be used by officers to Positive Interactions with Community Members,
facilitate unbiased interaction with Law Enforcement Education Regarding Culture
community members. Groups,
Treat People with Respect,
Recognize and Override Biases.
The benefits to LEOs who are culturally Increases Officer Safety,
aware and have positive interactions Lessens Complaints and Lawsuits,
with community members. Promotes Public Trust,
Enhances Communication,
Improves Effectiveness.
Hate Crime A criminal offense committed against persons,
property or society that is motivated, in whole or in
part, by an offender's bias against an individual's or a
group's race, religion, ethnic/national origin, gender,
age, disability or sexual orientation.
Hate Incident Behaviors that, though motivated by bias against a
victim's race, religion, ethnic/national origin, gender,
age, disability or sexual orientation, are not criminal
acts.
, Key indicators of a hate crime. Perceptions of the victim and witnesses about the
crime,
The suspect's comments, gestures or written
statements that reflect bias, including graffiti or other
symbols,
Any differences between the suspect and victim
whether actual or perceived by the suspect,
Similar incidents in the same location or
neighborhood to determine whether a pattern exists,
Whether the victim was engaged in activities
promoting his/her group or community - for example,
by clothing or conduct,
Whether the incident coincided with a holiday or date
of particular significance,
Involvement of organized hate groups or their
members,
Absence of any other motive such as economic gain.
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Terms in this set (237)
Prejudice A preconceived idea, preference, judgment or
opinion formed beforehand or without full knowledge
or complete examination of the facts about an
individual, group, race or their perceived
characteristics.
Biases A partiality that prevents objective consideration of an
issue or situation. A tendency to believe some people,
ideas, etc. are better than others usually results in
treating some people unfairly.
Stereotyping A rigid, oversimplified, often exaggerated belief that is
applied both to an entire social category of people
and to each individual within it.
,Why are biases present in all people A normal human attribute-even well- intentioned
and how unconscious bias works in the people have biases,
human mind? Biases are often unconscious or "implicit,"
Implicit biases are sometimes incompatible with our
conscious attitudes,
Implicit biases can influence our actions,
Understanding how implicit bias can affect our
perceptions and behavior is the 1st step to "override"
implicit biases,
Pre-Judge "Ambiguous Stimuli."
Demographic changes expected in Large increase in Hispanic Americans,
Kansas. Small increases in Asian and African Americans.
Culture A pattern of behaviors, thought, speech, actions,
customs, social forms and traits which are specific to a
particular group.
Cultural barriers which may impact Language,
successful communications between Physical,
law enforcement officers and the -Eye Contact,
people they serve. -Personal Space,
-Touching,
-Animation and Volume,
Norms and Customs,
Views of the Criminal Justice System.
The impact a bias can have on an Controlled vs. Uncontrolled Bias,
officer's perceptions and ethical Over-vigilant vs. Under-vigilant Responses,
behavior.
What impact does biased policing has May not trust police, or comply with demands,
on community members? May commit more crimes?
May not help police,
Could affect jury member's feelings,
May be less likely to report crimes.
,How fair and impartial policing is Help the police by giving them useful investigative,
fundamental to the legitimacy of law Victims report crime and cooperate with the police
enforcement officers in society, and and the courts,
their specific jurisdiction. They are more likely to obey laws,
They are more likely to believe officers when officers
testify in court and they sit on the jury.
How to implement a controlled and Everyone has their own biases.
unbiased response in law enforcement Be able to identify what yours are.
duties. Uncontrolled can have a negative impact on an
officer's perceptions and ethical behavior.
Factors to be used by officers to Positive Interactions with Community Members,
facilitate unbiased interaction with Law Enforcement Education Regarding Culture
community members. Groups,
Treat People with Respect,
Recognize and Override Biases.
The benefits to LEOs who are culturally Increases Officer Safety,
aware and have positive interactions Lessens Complaints and Lawsuits,
with community members. Promotes Public Trust,
Enhances Communication,
Improves Effectiveness.
Hate Crime A criminal offense committed against persons,
property or society that is motivated, in whole or in
part, by an offender's bias against an individual's or a
group's race, religion, ethnic/national origin, gender,
age, disability or sexual orientation.
Hate Incident Behaviors that, though motivated by bias against a
victim's race, religion, ethnic/national origin, gender,
age, disability or sexual orientation, are not criminal
acts.
, Key indicators of a hate crime. Perceptions of the victim and witnesses about the
crime,
The suspect's comments, gestures or written
statements that reflect bias, including graffiti or other
symbols,
Any differences between the suspect and victim
whether actual or perceived by the suspect,
Similar incidents in the same location or
neighborhood to determine whether a pattern exists,
Whether the victim was engaged in activities
promoting his/her group or community - for example,
by clothing or conduct,
Whether the incident coincided with a holiday or date
of particular significance,
Involvement of organized hate groups or their
members,
Absence of any other motive such as economic gain.
