Discuss the roles and perception of early US police agencies and the impact of professionalism on the perception of the police

What will be an ideal response?


Policing was a highly desirable job in late nineteenth century and paid more than most blue-collar jobs. The role of police was only minimally directed at law enforcement and therefore was open to opportunities for uncontrolled brutality and corruption. The introduction of a professionalized police through the IACP and August Vollmer, advocating university training for young officers attempted to turn the views of the public to a positive light.

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a. State Courts and Courts of Appeals. b. Federal and State Courts. c. Federal and District Courts. d. Federal and State Courts of Appeal.

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Although, there are complex goal attainment; one program has been named successful since it was initiated in 1995 by the New York Police Department, ___________

A. POP B. HOT SPOTS C. COMPSTAT D. CPTED

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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