Law enforcement plays a critical role in society. They work an unforgiving job that often provides fairly underwhelming benefits and compensation. Despite this, they continue to put their lives on the line every day to keep us safe. Most law enforcement exists to serve and protect, but a very small percentage of police officers do not act in the interest of the law. Instead, these dishonest cops use their power to serve their needs. When this happens, it is known as police misconduct.