Community Policing: A Contemporary Perspective

by Victor E. Kappeler, Larry K. Gaines, Brian P. Schaefer

Overview

This introductory textbook covers the theory and practice of community policing. Topics include (for example) citizen attitudes towards the police; the impact of fear of crime; and police officers as community outreach specialists. The accompanying study guide identifies learning objectives and provides an outline, a list of key terms, review questions, and exercises for each chapter. Correct answers are given at the back of the volume. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781040322178
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	05/14/2025
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	570
File size:	5 MB

About the Author

Victor E. Kappeler, a former police officer, is a Foundation Professor and Dean of the School of Justice Studies at Eastern Kentucky University. He is recognized as a leading scholar in such fields as policing, media and the social construction of crime, and police civil liability, among other related fields. Dr. Kappeler continues to provide in-service training for police officers and is well published in professional areas of policing. Among many other honors, Kappeler received the 2006 Cabinet for Justice and Public Safety Award for Academic Excellence, the 2005 Outstanding Criminal Justice Alumnus Award from Sam Houston State University, where he earned his doctoral degree, and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Society of Criminology’s Division on Critical Criminology.

Larry K. Gaines is Professor and Chair of the Criminal Justice Department at California State University, San Bernardino. He served as the Executive Director of the Kentucky Association of Chiefs of Police for 14 years and has consulted with a variety of police agencies in Kentucky, Ohio, Tennessee, Georgia, and California. Dr. Gaines has served as Secretary, Treasurer, and President of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences. He has received many awards, including the Founders Award from the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences, the Outstanding Educator Award from the Southern Criminal Justice Association, and the Outstanding Service Award from the Police Section of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences. In 2001, he served as a member of the California POST Committee that developed police training curricula for racial profiling.

Brian P. Schaefer is Assistant Professor in the School of Criminology and Security Studies at Indiana State University. He has collaborated with a variety of police agencies in Kentucky and Indiana on problem-oriented policing, body-worn camera implementation, police training, and cybercrime projects. He previously worked as a research associate at the Southern Police Institute (University of Louisville) and currently serves as a Commonwealth Scholar at the Commonwealth Institute of Kentucky (University of Louisville) and a research fellow at the National Center for Spectator Sports and Security Center (University of Southern Mississippi). He is the recipient of the Educational Excellence Award in Research at Indiana State University.

Table of Contents

1. The Idea of Community Policing; 2. A History of Communities and Policing; 3. The Changing Meaning of Community; 4. The Police and Community Perception; 5. Managing and Implementing Community Policing; 6. Community Policing and Crime; 7. Community Policing and Fear of Crime; 8. Problem Solving and Policing Problem Spaces; 9. Community Crime Prevention; 10. Community Policing and Drugs; 11. Community Policing and Distinct Populations; 12. Toward a New Breed of Police Officer; 13. Community Policing at the Crossroads; The 10 Principles of Community Policing; Glossary and Index

Editorial Reviews

I use this book specifically to try to show [students] material outside of their box and the importance of connecting with the community and not just to enforce the laws. The book helps all students to see the importance of this type of policing and especially Chapter 12 (Toward a New Breed of Police Officer). The material allows me to incorporate the police personality and the issues they face.”

Dr. J. Anita Black Director of Criminal Justice Graduate Program, Lincoln Memorial University

“Whether you are a professor, student, or long-serving practitioner, this book offers a comprehensive and thought-provoking overview of community policing’s origin, its evolution, its purpose, and how it differs from traditional policing. When I teach community policing, I want students to understand that Community Policing is a philosophy, not a tactic and that this philosophy in not only for line officers but instead it should permeate the entire department. I also want students to understand that community police officers can function to help their communities work through their problems and offer a spectrum of solutions based on their training, expertise, and education. This book directly supports these teaching goals with its thorough and accessible explanation of the philosophy of community policing and its explanation of specific evidence-based strategies and tactics that support the Community Policing philosophy.

Community Policing: A Contemporary Perspective provides a strong conceptual foundation and relevant resources that help students understand the linkages between community policing’s philosophy and strategies as well as the ability of community policing to build community trust and support effective police-community partnerships.”

Tom “Tad” Hughes, JD, PhD Professor & Chair, Department of Criminal Justice, University of Louisville

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