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Why is Studying Police Misconduct So Difficult?



Authors: Litmanen, Heini

Publisher: University of Turku

Publication year: 2025

Journal: Insights

Issue: 4.11.2025

eISSN: 2984-5246

Publication's open availability at the time of reporting: Open Access

Publication channel's open availability : Open Access publication channel

Web address : https://insights.utu.fi/why-is-studying-police-misconduct-so-difficult/

Self-archived copy’s web address: https://research.utu.fi/converis/portal/detail/Publication/505152644


Abstract

Police misconduct remains vastly understudied in Finland. This reflection draws on my personal experience researching the phenomenon and the challenges I have encountered. I argue that rather than expanding police powers, we should prioritise increasing transparency around police misconduct.


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