Abstract. The case of police corruption in Piacenza has highlighted the issue of police corruption in Italy. This work will reflect upon the different police cultures underpinning the work of Italian and English police work. Some suggestions for a higher level of accountability of Italian police forces will be sketched at the end.
SUMMARY: 1. Introduction. – 2. “Latin” policing. – 2.1. Anglo-Saxon policing. – 3. Police culture – 4. Is it possible to reform the Italian police forces?
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