# Police Misconduct

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RkbIrzj6HiYQSEnDLqeHsh

## Labels

## Definition

Police misconduct refers to wrongful or inappropriate actions committed by law enforcement officers while performing their duties. This misconduct can encompass a range of behaviors, including excessive use of force, racial profiling, false arrest, bribery, or other violations of laws, policies, or ethical standards. Cases of police misconduct may result in legal action against the officers involved, civil lawsuits, or disciplinary measures within the police department.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R8mREFTbCVNHGAdqneLSd0d

## Parent Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R7bZqwOPufVYSnVkmLzCTlP

## See Also

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RDVQLifN70TJSPCRJJLBgPY

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