Compare and contrast James Q. Wilson's three policing styles. Discuss the pros and cons of each style

What will be an ideal response?


Answers should include a description of Wilson's three styles of policing: watchman, service, and legalistic. Some discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of each style should also be included.

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Police frequently deal with bomb threats and most of the time they are not associated with:

a. civil defense battalions. b. natural disasters. c. terrorist activity. d. pecuniary motives.

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Decentralized police operations, direct engagement with the community, empowering line officers, and community partnerships are associated with _________________ policing

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following is the least punitive alternative on the punishment ladder?

A. Forfeiture B. Pretrial release C. Fines D. Restitution

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Routine activities theory is also known as _____ theory

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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