Graduate Student Dissertations, Theses, Capstones, and Portfolios
Date of Award
2003
Document Type
Thesis
Granting Institution
Lynn University
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Degree Program
Criminal Justice Administration
Department
School of Graduate Studies
Abstract
The purpose of this research is to determine if a relationship exists between higher education levels and misconduct allegations for Deputy Sheriffs. Official documentation from 128 internal affairs reports were collected from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office. Significant relationships were found to exist between higher education levels and the misconduct allegations. While some college exposure may be beneficial for job performance, a four-year degree may not yield the desired results.
Recommended Citation
Griffin, B. (2003). A comparative review of a college education's effect on law enforcement officers relating to internal affairs complaints [Master's thesis, Lynn University]. SPIRAL. https://spiral.lynn.edu/etds/102
Included in
Criminology and Criminal Justice Commons, Law and Philosophy Commons, Law Enforcement and Corrections Commons, Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility Commons
