In this chapter, we examine the process of “dealing with the residual problems of society” as the primary role of police in society. We also delve into some of the PROACTIVE methods of preventing crime and disorder and contrast those with traditional, reactive methods.
Subchapters:
- Problem-Oriented Policing
- Impediments to POP
- The Merger of POP and COP
- Problem Solving in Context
- Community vs. Problem-Oriented Policing
- Rethinking “Crime”
- Rational Choice
- The Displacement Myth
- CPTED
- Hot Products
References and Further Reading
- Crime in Everyday Life by Marcus Felson. [Amazon Book Link]
- Problem-Oriented Policing by Herman Goldstein [Amazon Book Link]
- Proactive Policing: Effects on Crime and Communities (2018) [External Document Link]
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