An informative and entertaining text that prepares readers for the unique challenges of 21st century policingFocusing on the thought-provoking, contemporary issues that underscore the challenging world of policing, this easy-to-understand text balances theory, research, and practice to give students a comprehensive overview of both the foundations of policing and the expanded role of today's police officers. The engaging writing style and stories from the field, coupled with unique coverage of the issues of policing in multicultural communities the impact of globalization on policing, make this book a must have for policing courses.
Table of Contents
Preface Part I: Foundations of Policing Chapter 1: Policing in America Chapter 2: A Brief History of Police in the United States Chapter 3: Police Organization and Administration: An Overview Part II: Police Operations Chapter 4: Recruitment and Selection of Police Officers Chapter 5: Police Training and Education Chapter 6: Police Work: Operations and Functions Chapter 7: Contemporary Strategies in Policing Part III: Police Conduct Chapter 8: The Police Culture Chapter 9: Law, Court Decisions, and the Police Chapter 10: Discretion, Ethics, and Accountability in Policing Chapter 11: Police Misconduct Part IV: Contemporary Issues in Policing Chapter 12: Policing in a Multicultural Setting Chapter 13: Technology and the Police Chapter 14: Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Global Issues Chapter 15: Private and Contract Police Part V: Looking Ahead Chapter 16: The Future of Policing in America Glossary References Photo Credits Index About the Authors
