Introducing "Policing in the U.S.: Past, Present, and Future" – a comprehensive and timely text that examines the current state of American policing. Written from a social justice perspective, this book offers a fresh and balanced look at contemporary issues in law enforcement. It challenges students to think critically, illuminates problems in policing, and explores workable solutions. With a focus on accountability and professional responsibility, the text delves into controversial topics such as defunding the police, the Black Lives Matter movement, and the use of technology in policing. Drawing on real-life examples and legal cases, it provides a comprehensive understanding of the complexities and challenges faced by police agencies today. Whether you're a student, professional, or simply interested in the field, this engaging and thought-provoking text will reshape your perspective on modern policing and inspire further exploration.
Part I: THE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT OF POLICE.
1. Police and Society.
2. The Development of Policing.
3. Law Enforcement Today--Structure, Culture and Style.
Part II: POLICE PRACTICE & ORGANIZATION.
4. Police Patrol and Investigation.
5. The Promise of Police Reform.
6. Alternatives to Traditional Policing.
Part III: CHALLENGES OF POLICING.
7. Ethics in Policing.
8. The Changing Rank & File.
9. Police Discretion.
10. Police Misconduct: Corruption & Abuse of Power.
11. Legal Controls.
Part IV: CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN POLICING.
12. The Challenges of the Job.
13. Changing Function of the Police: Active Shootings.
14. Technology and the Future of Policing.
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Lorenzo Boyd
Dr. Lorenzo M. Boyd is a nationally recognized professional in police-community relations and a consultant on urban policing. Dr. Boyd currently serves as vice president for diversity and inclusion in the Center for Advanced Policing at the University of New Haven, where he previously served as director. His 14-year service as a deputy sheriff in Boston has informed his 20-year career in higher education. He effectively translates research and theory into practice, making him a sought-after consultant, trainer and speaker for departments and communities across the country. He works with police leaders nationwide to determine training needs and develops interactive professional development sessions that include real-life scenarios and role play. Dr. Boyd regularly appears in local, regional, national and international media outlets to discuss policing in the aftermath of high-profile cases. Dr. Boyd is the former president of the Academy of Criminal Justice Science and a life member of National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives. He earned his Ph.D. from Northeastern University in sociology with a concentration in urban policing. He also holds master's and bachelor’s degrees from the University of Massachusetts.
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Melissa Morabito
Dr. Melissa Schaefer Morabito is an associate professor at University of Massachusetts Lowell in the School of Criminology and Justice Studies and an associate at the Center for Women and Work. She has an MSW from Columbia University and received her Ph.D. in justice, law and society from American University. She was previously a postdoctoral fellow at the National Institute of Mental Health-funded Center for Mental Health Services and Criminal Justice Research. Prior to her academic career, Dr. Morabito was a policy analyst at the Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, where she focused on police response to social problems in the community. Her research interests include understanding the intersection between police and public health challenges such as mental illness, domestic violence and substance use disorder. Dr. Morabito has extensive experience working with police departments across the United States.
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Larry J. Siegel
Larry J. Siegel was born in the Bronx, New York. While living on Jerome Avenue and attending City College in the 1960s, he was swept up in the social and political currents of the time. He became intrigued with the influence contemporary culture had on individual behavior: Did people shape society or did society shape people? He applied his interest in social forces and human behavior to the study of crime and justice. After graduating from CCNY, he attended the newly opened program in criminal justice at the State University of New York at Albany, where he earned both M.A. and Ph.D. degrees. After completing his graduate work, Dr. Siegel began his teaching career at Northeastern University, where he was a faculty member for nine years. After leaving Northeastern, he held teaching positions at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, Saint Anselm College in New Hampshire and the School of Criminology and Justice Studies at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell, where he taught for 27 years; he is now a professor emeritus. Dr. Siegel has written extensively in the area of crime and justice, including books on juvenile law, delinquency, criminology, criminal justice, courts, corrections and criminal procedure. He is currently completing a book on policing in America. He is a court-certified expert on police conduct and has testified in numerous legal cases. The father of four and grandfather of three, he and his wife, Terry, now live in Naples, Florida, where he continues to write on various topics and issues in crime and justice.
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Organization. The text’s 13 chapters are organized into four parts, covering the history and development of police, police practice and organization, the challenges of policing in modern society, and contemporary issues in policing, addressing topics such as diversity, discretion, and the impact of stress, budget constraints, and digital technology on policing.
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Author team. The text’s authors are all highly respected figures in the field of criminal justice. Lorenzo Boyd is a sought-after consultant, trainer, and speaker; Melissa Morabito focuses on research and the intersection between policing and public health; and Larry Siegel brings expertise on police procedure and nearly fifty years of experience as a prolific author in the field.
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“Policing and the Law” boxed features. Allow students to move beyond the basics and consider deeper issues by examining classic and recent cases that have established legal precedents guiding police behavior.
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“Focus on Policing” boxed features. Provide in-depth analysis of significant research, police initiatives, and impactful events, including the Kansas City Preventative Patrol Experiment that assessed the effectiveness of random preventative patrol practices on crime, citizen fear, and satisfaction with the police.
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“Careers in Policing” boxed features. Explore a range of law enforcement professions, including detectives, public information officers, and others.
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Critical Thinking questions appear in the margins and boxed features, designed to spur classroom discussion and debate on topics that appeal to students.
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On the Web features appear in the margins in each chapter, directing students to sites that provide more in-depth material than is contained in the text.
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