Despite strenuous governmental efforts over the past decade illicit drug use continues to pose a serious challenge to society and in particular inner city communities in the United States.</p><p></p><p><b>Fighting Back</b> describes the strategies employed by law enforcement agencies and community groups working in partnership to prevent and discourage drug dealing. Offering informed and positive observations the book includes: a detailed discussion of both theoretical and programmatic issues; the latest empirical research incorporating newly published investigations; and case studies.