Policing in America, Seventh Edition
Policing in Americais a comprehensive introduction to the history, ethics, organization, methods, societal role, and problems of police in America.The issues-oriented discussion focuses on critical concerns facing American police, including human resources, organization and management, operations, discretion, use of force, culture and behavior, ethics and deviance, civil liability and police-community relations. A critical assessment of police history and the role politics played in the development of American police institutions is offered. Globalization, terrorism, and homeland security are addressed.Each chapter contains a key terms list, charts, boxes, and photos that emphasize key points.Video and Internet links provide additional coverage of topics discussed in the text.A glossary defines important terms related to policing and law enforcement.Larry K. Gainesis a Professor and Chair of the Criminal Justice Department at California State University-San Bernardino.Victor E. Kappeleris a Foundation Professor and Chair for the Department of Criminal Justice and Police Studies at Eastern Kentucky University.