There is a Viable Case in the Argument for Free Will
By Dr. Gary Deel
Free will might not be an illusion after all. Just because we haven’t yet found a scientific explanation to support free will doesn’t mean we never will.
Ethics
The Implication of the Absence of Free Will on Criminal Justice – Part I
By Gary Deel
The U.S. criminal justice system assumes that people possess free will to make decisions and thus people are accountable for their choices. But is this logic skewed? Do people really have free will?
Never a More Important Time to Support Law Enforcement
By Dr. Jarrod Sadulski
It is no secret that this is a tough time to be a police officer. Here's how law-abiding citizens can show their support for law enforcement.
Rethinking the Purpose of the Criminal Justice System – Part I
By Dr. Gary Deel
What is the purpose of the criminal justice system? In the first part of this series, learn how the system is focused on punishment and vengeance, which makes it very difficult to implement restorative justice practices.
Podcast: Addressing Racial Bias and Outgroups Through Organizational Change
There are many conversations happening around racial inequality, diversity, and unconscious bias. But are those conversations effective? In this podcast episode, AMU Program Director Dr. Larry D. Parker Jr. talks about how phrases like "I don't see color" can actually be unproductive in working towards diversity and inclusion. Listen to learn how to institute widespread organizational change.
Police Reform: Ways Agencies Can Improve Officer Ethics
By Andrew Bell and Bruce Razey
Is it okay for a police officer to accept a free cup of coffee? For many officers, the answer is not clear. While the scenario may seem insignificant, it highlights the ethical challenges officers face. Read more about steps agencies can take to improve officer ethics through recruitment, training, and supervision.
How Law Enforcement Agencies Can Create a Comprehensive Ethics Policy
By Mark Buck
Every police officer has a responsibility to act ethically, but law enforcement agencies also have a responsibility to teach and enforce a clear code of ethics. To create a comprehensive ethics policy, agencies must include these key components.