Jim Arthur and Alvin Smith

Begin by reading the scenario attached below and the discussion questions that follow. Prepare your answers before posting to the discussion board. Should the sheriff attempt to provide an explanation for the missing watch and jewelry? You strongly suspect that the officers who put Sims in the “drunk tank” weren't particularly careful in removing Sims' personal effects. Thus, you surmise, one or more of the drunk tank occupants probably stole those items from Sims while he was passed out and disabled. Who should be held accountable for the missing items? What ethical standards should govern the processing of arrestees in this situation? How could they be enforced? Discuss.