Question

the reform era of the 1930s was the first time that many police departments developed _____.

○ a code of ethics

○ formal write - up procedures

○ retirement plans for officers.

○ none of the above

Explanation:

The 1930s Police Reform Era, led by figures like August Vollmer, focused on professionalizing police work. A key part of this professionalization was establishing formal ethical standards, so many departments created their first Code of Ethics during this period. Formal write-up procedures and retirement plans were not the defining new developments of this era.

Answer:

a. a Code of Ethics