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How does perceived legitimacy affect acceptance of decisions made by authorities?
People are more likely to accept decisions made by authorities when they perceive them to be legitimate.
What is the relationship between procedural fairness and belief in being singled out?
People who feel they have been dealt with in a procedurally fair way are less likely to believe that they have been personally singled out.
What is the effect of procedural justice and police legitimacy on cooperation and compliance?
Procedural justice and police legitimacy can promote cooperation and compliance with police and the law.
What happens when authorities are not viewed as procedurally just?
When authorities are not viewed as procedurally just, their legitimacy is undermined, leading to disobedience and resistance.
What are the benefits of police using fair procedures and treating citizens with dignity?
Observational studies have indicated that when police use fair procedures and treat citizens with dignity, it promotes cooperation and compliance in police-citizen encounters and with the law in general.
Quiz: The Impact of Procedural Fairness on Public Perception of Authority Decisions Test your knowledge on the relationship between procedural fairness and public perception of authority decisions. Learn about how individuals who feel they have been treated fairly are less likely to believe they have been singled out and more likely to accept decisions made by authorities. Explore the influence of procedural fairness on public reactions to intrusive police tactics.
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