12 Questions
According to Sir Robert Peel's principles, what is the main goal of the police force?
To prevent crime and disorder as an alternative to repression
What is the relationship between the police force and the public according to Peel's principles?
The police force's ability to fulfill their duties is dependent on public approval and cooperation
What is the role of impartial service in Peel's principles?
To demonstrate absolutely impartial service to law and independence of policy
According to the principles outlined in the text, when is it appropriate for police officers to use physical force?
Only when persuasion, advice, and warning have failed to secure public cooperation
What is the historic tradition that the police should maintain a relationship with the public that gives reality to?
The police are the public and the public are the police
According to the principles outlined in the text, what is the test of police efficiency?
The absence of crime and disorder
Sir Robert Peel's principles emphasize the use of military force to repress crime and disorder.
False
The power of the police to fulfill their duties is independent of public approval and respect.
False
According to Peel's principles, the police should offer individual service and friendship only to those of high social standing.
False
Peel's principle number 8 states that the police should avenge individuals who have been wronged by the State.
False
Peel's principle number 6 states that physical force should only be used to the extent necessary to secure observance of law or restore order.
True
Peel's principle number 9 states that the visible evidence of police action in dealing with crime and disorder is the test of police efficiency.
False
Test your knowledge of Sir Robert Peel's principles, which include preventing crime and disorder through methods other than military force, as well as recognizing the importance of public support for the police. This quiz will cover the key principles and concepts of Peel's philosophy on policing.
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