Problem-oriented policing

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Problem-oriented policing

Herman Goldstein

McGraw-Hill, c1990

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 181-193) and index

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Description

This book, written by one of the most highly respected scholars in the field of policing, presents a critical examination of current police policies and practices and calls for new solutions to the dilemmas we face. It emphasizes understanding the nature of our problems and creating organizational environments conducive to solving them.

Table of Contents

Introduction. Progress in Policing. A Critique of the Current State of the Field: Considerations Leading to Problem-Oriented Policing. Problem-Oriented Policing: The Basic Elements. The Early Experiences. Identifying Problems. Analyzing Problems. The Search for Alternatives: Developing Tailor-Made Responses. Changes in Management: Creating a Supportive Organizational Environment. Reflections on Implementation Efforts.

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