Contemporary Issues in Policing

<p><em style=color: rgba(51 51 51 1)>Contemporary Issues in Policing: Foundational Readings</em><span style=color: rgba(51 51 51 1)> provides students with insights into modern challenges and opportunities within law enforcement and policing.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(51 51 51 1)>The first reading in the collection introduces students to the function of the police the various levels of law enforcement and the evolution of American policing. Additional readings explore the demographic make-up of America's law enforcement agencies; the difficulties facing the field with regard to recruiting hiring and retaining officers with minority status; how police departments select train and supervise their officers; and various models of police behavior.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(51 51 51 1)>Students read about the controversy surrounding the police use of discretion the complex issue of police use of force the various types of misconduct and corruption that can occur in the field of policing and the importance of investigating civilian complaints against the police. The final reading underscores the importance of change in the field of policing. Throughout pre- and post-reading questions engage students and encourage critical thinking.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(51 51 51 1)>A critical resource for today's students </span><em style=color: rgba(51 51 51 1)>Contemporary Issues in Policing</em><span style=color: rgba(51 51 51 1)> is an ideal resource for courses in law enforcement and policing.</span></p>