Policing America

Policing America
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Publisher : Aspen Publishing
Total Pages : 528
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ISBN-10 : 9781543820850
ISBN-13 : 1543820859
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Book Synopsis Policing America by : Willard M. Oliver

Download or read book Policing America written by Willard M. Oliver and published by Aspen Publishing. This book was released on 2020-02-02 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With an engaging and balanced approach, former police officer and policing scholar Willard M. Oliver encourages students to think critically about the role of the police and the practice of policing in American society today. Policing in America builds a basic understanding of contemporary police practices upon a foundation of essential theory and research. In a readable style, the author offers a contextual understanding of concepts in policing, supported by the academic research and balanced with the voice of the American police officer. New to the Second Edition: Updated with new statistics and research Carefully streamlined and edited to ensure teachability and accuracy New, more realistic photos, added Current policing journal articles findings included and cited Professors and students will benefit from: Succinct yet thorough treatment of all policing topics, with a balanced approach that emphasizes contemporary policing. Discussion of best policing practices and research Real-world issues highlighted in text boxes Hypotheticals that exemplify theory in practice in every chapter A design for learning that includes charts, graphics, and summaries of key points Encourages students to think critically about the role of policing in today’s society.


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