How has the role of the patrol officer changed over the years, and what benefits to law enforcement in general and in criminal investigations specifically has this change produced?
What will be an ideal response?
Some studies have suggested that the role played by investigators is overrated and that their time could probably be spent more productively by focusing on crimes with the best likelihood of clearance. Other researchers suggest that the investigative process is a valid utility in crime detection but should be augmented by the use of proactive patrol programs.
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a. True b. False
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A. bench B. medical C. criminal D. civil
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a. Emile Durkheim b. Marcus Felson c. Clifford Shaw d. Cesare Lombroso
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a. Rivers and Harbors Act b. Toxic Substances Control Act c. Safe Landfills Act d. Endangered Species Act