The Police : Current Practices and Future Possibilities

This text introduces readers to the history, structure, and methodologies of policing in the United States. It explores the evolution of the U.S. police force from its genesis to current paradigms shaped by modern-day challenges such as homeland security and international policing imperatives. Discussions pivot around proactive and reactive policing approaches, the interplay between the police and community, and the broad objectives pursued through evolving policing models and tactics.