ulture.
             To understand the subculture of law enforcement, the term "subculture" needs to be defined first. A subculture is any social group that as a whole shares the same culture of the larger society, but has its own set of distinctive norms, values, beliefs, or social patterns. The major reason for the formation of a subculture is a shared problem amongst the group. This common ground gives the group a reason too work together. The problem could be anything from economic inequality, racism, or role conflict. In the field of law enforcement there are a number of possibilities for which problem is the cause of the formation of a subculture. In researching these possibilities, two smaller law enforcement agencies from the local area were studied. Many hours were spent speaking with the officers and observing them on and off duty.
             The first department studied, which will be referred to as Department One, is a small, urban police department. The department serves a city of about 40,000 people and covers an area of about eight square
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