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This paper presents a discussion and analysis of police abuse of power in the United States. The discussion focuses on three primary forms of police abuse of power. These include theft, planting evidence and brutality and excessive force. A conclusion offers strategies for leaders of police departments to transform a culture that reinforces corruption among officers.

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"In the United States, police abuse of power continues to occur including theft, planting of evidence, violence against minorities and other forms of corruption. In order to meet their obligations with regard to ensuring public order, citizen safety and crime control members of police departments must have the authority, ability and freedom to use force. Unfortunately, there are those police officers who capitalize upon their opportunities to engage in corrupt behavior. There are officers who misuse or abuse their power sometimes targeting minority..."

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