What do you dislike about the police?

All they do is hang out at donut shops. Cops are hawkish people abusing their power. Police don’t obey the laws they are supposed to uphold. They routinely violate your civil rights. They are not held accountable. You get “kissed off” every time you need help. Since there is no shortage of animosity among us, each list could go on.

Are there any laws for law enforcement officers in the US?

These laws cover the actions of State, county, and local officers, including those who work in prisons and jails. In addition, several laws also apply to Federal law enforcement officers. The laws protect all persons in the United States (citizens and non-citizens).

What do police services attend to?

Across North America, police services attend to minor bylaw enforcement, parking, and minor services like serving warrants. There is no reason for police officers to attend to these services. Minor ticketed offenses and serving warrants for arrests and searches can be delivered by civilian services rather than with armed, uniformed officers.

Should the police be defunded?

The police service is a dangerous option for people experiencing a mental health crisis—but for many, it’s the only option. By defunding the police, significant resources can be reallocated to create a new community emergency services to support the mental health needs of our vulnerable community members.

What do some people hate about police badges?

They hate that the “few bad apples” get to constantly hide behind the “thin blue line”. They hate that cop apologists and bootlickers seem to think that cops are above the law and that having a badge gives them a free pass to do things that would normally get anyone else thrown in jail.

Are police officers good or bad?

Nevertheless, many Americans believe that police officers are generally good, noble heroes. A Gallup poll from 2014 asked Americans to rate the honesty and ethical standards of people in various fields: police officers ranked in the top five, just above members of the clergy.

Are police officers heroes or enemies?

Let’s be clear: this is part of what the Department of Justice means when it describes a “pattern of unconstitutional policing and excessive force.” Nevertheless, many Americans believe that police officers are generally good, noble heroes.