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Applying Discretion in Policing

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You are called to a bail breach involving a couple who are not supposed to have contact. That contact has been repeatedly initiated by the party without conditions, because they miss their partner. How do you handle it?
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A known sex-worker reports a sexual assault. Should you treat the case differently due to the IP’s profession?
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Discretion is a vital skill – when should one apply the letter of the law and when should one apply professional judgement?
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HR procedure requires you to send a specifically worded letter to a colleague who is long term sick. You believe that this will upset them and could make their situation worse. What do you do?
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