Kickbacks and Bribery

• Police officers have numerous opportunities to take financial advantage of those with whom they have dealings. Kickbacks and bribery could come from a store owner who would like extra protection, or from a drug dealer who wants an officer to look the other way.
  
  

Brutality

• Police brutality refers to the use of excessive force on someone. The force doesn't have to be lethal, just more than the situation requires.
  
  

Abuse of Authority

• Abuse of authority can range from sexually abusing a victim or suspect to coercing a false confession.
  
  

Falsifying Evidence

• Falsifying evidence can include planting evidence at a crime scene or making up false witness statements.
  
  

False Arrest

• False arrest occurs when police officers arrest someone they know is innocent.
  
  

Consequences

• Police officers who commit misconduct may be suspended or fired, and they could face civil suits from their victims. In the most severe cases, they may face criminal charges.