Robert Peel's Principles Of Policing

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Robert Peel’s principles of policing still apply to this day. The modern era in the United States entails an increased need for the community and police collaboration in regards to opposing terrorism from networks abroad and the possibility of anti-police groups from within the population. The police also operate in a climate where their actions can be easily observed and made public by the news from recordings made on phones by private citizens. The double edged sword of the public eye having a recording and distribution device gives an unrestricted opportunity to identify corruption and misconduct in the police. It also provides an opportunity for the officers who come under scrutiny to demonstrate their actions are within the legal constraints