Community Oriented Policing: A Systemic Approach to Policing (2nd Edition)

This book first defines the concept of community-oriented policing, then guides readers through a systemic approach to both its principles and practices. Providing a perfect balance of theory and applications, it considers various interpretations of the overall philosophy and approach to community-oriented policing. Chapter topics include strategic-oriented policing; neighborhood-oriented policing; problem-oriented policing; organization and management; the roles of the police, community, and chief; and implementing and evaluating community-oriented policing. For police officers and administration.