discussion response

  

Respond to listed statements in at least 300 words each statement . Do you agree or disagree with the statement. 

Statement 1:    The idea of officers being a public servant can be traced back to Sir Robert Peels nine policing principles. Sir Robert Peel makes it clear; policing cannot survive without the public. Peels principles emphasize the importance of officers relation with the public and that are officers are not separate from the public (Law Enforcement Action Partnership, n.d.). . 

Statement 2:  The role of the police officer is to both serve the public and aid in the minimization of criminal activities. Malmin (2012) notes that the police continuously expose themselves to dangerous situations while managing to show compassion, kindness and courtesy. However, the necessary respect for citizens associated with the role also comes with the capacity to take the life of another individual in stressful conditions in a legally acceptable manner.