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Focusing on the historical evolution of complaints against Metropolitan police officers, this study examines the period from the force's inception in 1829 to the Police Act of 1964. It emphasizes a complainant-centered perspective, highlighting how victims' interests have often been overlooked in favor of law enforcement efficiency. The book critiques the decline of officer accountability in the 19th century and explores missed reform opportunities from several key inquiries throughout the 20th century, setting the stage for the second volume.
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On the Wrong Side of The Law, Graham Smith
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- On the Wrong Side of The Law
- Subtitle
- Complaints Against Metropolitan Police, 1829-1964
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Graham Smith
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 232
- ISBN13
- 9783030482213
- Category
- Forensic science / Police
- Description
- Focusing on the historical evolution of complaints against Metropolitan police officers, this study examines the period from the force's inception in 1829 to the Police Act of 1964. It emphasizes a complainant-centered perspective, highlighting how victims' interests have often been overlooked in favor of law enforcement efficiency. The book critiques the decline of officer accountability in the 19th century and explores missed reform opportunities from several key inquiries throughout the 20th century, setting the stage for the second volume.