What is the meaning of the term grass-eaters as a form of police corruption?
1) Officers who keep drug contraband for themselves to sell
2) Officers who accept small bribes and minor services from citizens seeking to avoid arrest
3) Officers who solicit bribes through threat or intimidation
4) Officers who actively seek illicit money-making opportunities
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The term "grass-eaters" refers to officers who passively accept minor bribes or engage in low-level corruption, such as accepting free meals or small gifts from citizens, rather than actively seeking out illicit money-making opportunities or engaging in more serious forms of corruption. It is a form of police corruption that is considered less severe compared to more organized and serious forms of corruption.