What is the relationship between police subculture and the police working personality?

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What is the police working personality?

The police tend to avoid social interactions as a result of occupational cultural influences. Skolnick [1998] described this tendency as the police "working personality" consisting of the perception of danger, suspicion, and authority which separates them from the rest of society.

What is the police subculture?

The concept of the police subculture supposes that police officers adhere to beliefs and behaviors that may be distinct from those of ordinary citizens. Some of the values often associated with the police culture include bravery, solidarity, masculinity, loyalty, and discretion.

What is meant by the police subculture and how does it influence an officer's work?

Police subculture is defined as a specific set of beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors exhibited by those in law enforcement. They often portray police officers as noble and heroic and their work as dramatic and exciting. This can lead to disillusionment when civilians encounter routine police work or corrupt officers.

What are some characteristics of police subculture?

Police subculture can be defined as the beliefs, behaviors, and values that are typically associated with those that are police officers. Some qualities that are often assigned to police officers are bravery, loyalty, suspicion, and authority.

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