"The aim of this research is to examine perceived legitimacy in criminal justice organizations in less advanced democracies, specifically those that are considered flawed, hybrid, or authoritarian. More specifically the study examines how procedural fairness, corruption, social capital, and degrees of democracy effect trust in police and courts among African countries that differ significantly on various democracy metrics with data drawn from 33 African nations. The inquiry attempts to reconcile the implications of democratic society with perceptions of criminal justice organizations. Findings and implications are discussed." -- Abstract.
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