Overview

This collaborative effort by Nicola Sutton and Graham Draper provides a balanced approach to issues in contemporary policing. Beginning with a brief look at the historical underpinnings of contemporary policing, the text progresses through comprehensive discussions of problem solving, community partnerships, crime prevention models, and implementation. The text concludes with an evaluation of community policing and various perspectives on its future in Canada.

TopFeatures

• Material is presented in a clear, simple manner, allowing students to focus on the content
• Theoretical and practical aspects of community policing are presented side by side. Students will gain an understanding of “why” as well as “how"
• “Talking Points” present additional issues as points of departure of students and instructors
• Practical examples make material relevant and identifiable to students’ everyday lives
• Collaboration with instructors from several different programs provides a balanced, practical approach
• Instructor’s Resources
• Includes an Instructor’s Guide with an answer key and PowerPoint presentations

TopContent Summary

Part III: Problem Solving

Part IV: Implementation and Obstacles

Part V: Crime Prevention Models

Index