Policing (The Justice Series)
Author Information
John L. Worrall, Frank J. SchmallegerProduct Details
ISBN: 9780132610193Publish Date: 01/06/2012
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Number of pages: 288
Description
Policing: A Brief Introduction provides a complete and objective overview of policing in America, from its historical roots through the present day. Five distinct sections cover the foundations of policing, personnel issues, police work, legal issues, and the challenges of police discretion and behavior. This innovative new text includes the many pedagogical extras and an engaging four-color design typically associated with longer criminal justice texts, while maintaining a concise focus and brief format.