Title: Policing in America : a reference handbook /
Authors: Steverson, Leonard A.
Publisher: ABC-CLIO,
Year: 2008
Subjects: Police United States; Law enforcement United States; Police United States History; Police United States Biography; Police Cross-cultural studies.
Abstract: Policing in America: A Reference Handbook chronicles our changing ideas and methods of social control, beginning with the first recorded instances. It traces the trends that have shaped America's unique policing system and our fascination with police. It also examines the hot-button issues that concern police scholars today - such as the nature of the police subculture and police corruption - and details the trends and issues that will shape the future of policing. An essential reference for those interested in - and affected by - the American system of policing, which impacts us all.
Contents: Background and history -- Problems, controversies, and solutions -- Worldwide perspective -- Chronology -- Biographical sketches -- Facts and data -- Directory of organizations -- Resources.