Policing America: Challenges and Best Practices (9th Edition)
Policing America: Challenges and Best Practices provides a comprehensive and practical introduction to the field of law enforcement, focusing on a problem-solving approach that emphasizes effective strategies in modern policing. Built upon the authors’ extensive academic and professional experience, this text offers a penetrating view into one of the most demanding occupations in America. It is designed for introductory or general policing courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as supplemental use in community policing or police administration curricula.
Book Details
- Title: Policing America: Challenges and Best Practices
- Author: Kenneth J. Peak and William H. Sousa
- Edition: 9th Edition
- Publisher: Pearson
- Publication Date: January 3, 2017
- ISBN-10: 0134526953
- ISBN-13: 978-0134526959
Key Features and Content
The Ninth Edition addresses the most pressing challenges facing law enforcement in the modern era. With a focus on “what works,” the book integrates dozens of current exhibits, Career Profiles, and real-world problem-solving examples to bring theoretical concepts to life. Each chapter is structured to encourage critical thinking through “Learn by Doing” sections, ensuring students can apply academic knowledge to practical scenarios.
This edition includes significant updates on contemporary issues, such as:
- Diversity and Social Justice: New emphases on policing a diverse society and addressing the needs of disenfranchised minorities in the “post-Ferguson” era.
- Technological Advancement: Exploration of new information technologies, cybercrime, and the evolving nature of cyberbullying.
- Global and Local Security: In-depth analysis of the fight against terrorism and modern crime prevention techniques.
- Organizational Growth: Strategies for changing agency culture, evaluating problem-solving initiatives, and managing special populations.
- Future Outlook: A forward-looking perspective on the emerging trends and the future of the policing profession.
Organized to provide a smooth narrative flow for both instructors and students, this text remains a vital resource for understanding the complexities of crime control and the essential role of police in a democratic society.
