Community and Problem-Oriented Policing

Now published by SageCommunity and Problem-Oriented Policing: Addressing Crime and Disorders addresses the evolving field of policing by emphasizing community-focused strategies to combat crime and disorder. Through a practical, hands-on approach, authors Kenneth J. Peak and Ronald W. Glensor guide students in developing critical thinking skills while demonstrating how and why agencies are transforming traditional policing methods into collaborative, neighborhood-focused strategies to address today s challenges. Coverage of new and emerging strategies and technologies, including smart policing, intelligence-led policing, predictive policing, crime prevention through environmental design, and situational crime prevention, equips students with the knowledge to effectively understand and apply innovative approaches to modern policing. The latest Eighth Edition also features new "e;Focus On"e; boxes, case studies, and exercises in every chapter to help students think critically and apply community-focused policing strategies to real-world challenges.