The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of an autocratic leadership style on police departments' operational efficacy, officer morale and performance, and departmental relationships with the communities they serve. It would also enable a study of the possible advantages and disadvantages of this kind of leadership in various contexts and groups. The aim of this study is to expose the negative aspects of authoritarian leadership and promote a transition towards more cooperative and community-focused methods of law enforcement. Principal Subjects: the pervasiveness of authoritarian management approaches in law enforcement agencies. the detrimental effects of authoritarian leadership on community relations, performance, and officer morale. The limitations of authoritarian leadership in handling the intricacies of contemporary law enforcement. The possible advantages of non-traditional leadership approaches, include situational leadership and community-focused police. Principal Arguments/Results: While autocratic leadership can be advantageous in terms of operational efficiency and response times, it can also undermine trust, inhibit creativity, and make it more difficult to solve problems. Stress levels might rise, officer morale can drop, and burnout is more likely under autocratic leadership. The public's faith and cooperation with the police might be undermined by the authoritarian leader's inherent lack of transparency and communication. Racial profiling and other forms of biased police may be made worse by autocratic leadership styles. It is possible to improve officer performance, strengthen community connections, and eventually create a safer and more just society by implementing alternative leadership styles that prioritize teamwork, communication, and community participation. Approach/Methodology: This study uses a range of sources, such as academic research looking at the relationship between police efficacy, officer morale, and community relations and leadership styles. studies and publications examining the effects of authoritarian leadership on the actions and judgments of law enforcement. Data and reports from the government on police leadership methods. Importance/Repercussions: The following audiences will find significance in the research's findings: Police leadership: Training plans and departmental procedures can be improved by having an awareness of the drawbacks of authoritarian leadership as well as the possible advantages of alternative models. Policymakers: They can promote a change to more moral and efficient enforcement techniques by providing funding for oversight and training programs. Communities: By being aware of the negative effects of authoritarian leadership, communities can become more empowered to demand changes from police agencies and demand accountability. Public: This study adds to a better-informed public conversation about the role police leadership plays in promoting community trust and public safety. Target Audience: A wide range of people are interested in this research, including the general public, community organizations, policymakers, and police leadership.