Police Problem Solving Models and Theories / edited by Steve Wadley [and three others].

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Wadley, Steve, editor.

Series:

Professional policing curriculum in practice.

The Professional Policing Curriculum in Practice

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Problem-oriented policing.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (192 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

St Albans, England : Critical Publishing, [2023]

Summary:

A critical introduction to key concepts underpinning problem-solving models and theories seen in everyday policing, encouraging critical thinking and ethical decision making for students and officers of the future.

Contents:

Cover

Halftitle page

Dedications

Title page

Copyright Page

Contents

About the series editor and authors

Foreword by the series editor

Chapter 1: Neighbourhood policing

Learning objectives

Introduction

The evolution of neighbourhood policing

The community policing and reassurance policing model

Evidence-based policing

The introduction of neighbourhood policing

Reflective practice 1.1

Models of neighbourhood policing

1. Intensive enforcement

2. Hot spot policing

3. Predictive policing

4. Problem-oriented policing

5. Collective efficacy

The impact of austerity

Critical thinking activity 1.1

Police Community Support Officers

Critical thinking activity 1.2

The implementation of neighbourhood policing

Engaging communities

Co-production and collective efficacy

Critical thinking activity 1.3

Defining priorities

Critical thinking activity 1.4

Procedural justice model

Problem solving

Implementing the SARA model

Scanning

Analysis

Response

Critical thinking activity 1.5

Policing spotlight

Critical thinking activity 1.6

Targeting activity

Ethical considerations

The future of neighbourhood policing

Reflective practice 1.2

Summary of key concepts

Check your knowledge

Further reading

Chapter 2: Hot spot policing

What is hot spot policing?

Theoretical foundations

The development of hot spot policing strategies

The identification of hot spot locations

Critical thinking activity 2.1

Hot spot policing activities

Increasing visible officer presence

Crime displacement

Critical thinking activity 2.2

Officer perceptions

Reflective practice 2.1

Problem-oriented policing.

Policing spotlight

Critical thinking activity 2.3

Reflective practice 2.2

Community tensions

Reflective practice 2.3

Reflective practice 2.4

CHECK YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Chapter 3: Predictive policing

Defining predictive policing

Reflective practice 3.1

Benefits and limitations of predictive policing

Benefits of predictive policing

Limitations of predictive policing

Collecting information and data

Reflective practice 3.2

Sources of data

Other proactive policing models

Problem-oriented policing

Intelligence-led policing

Geographic information systems and crime mapping

Crime mapping

Reflective practice 3.3

Critical thinking activity 3.1

Critical thinking activity 3.2

Geographic information systems

Reflective practice 3.4

Conclusion

Further Reading

Chapter 4: Rational Choice Theory

Introducing Rational Choice Theory

Philosophical roots

Related criminological theory

Reflective practice 4.1

Situational Action Theory

Key steps in the action process

Critical thinking activity 4.1

Changes which prevent offending in SAT

Personal changes (altering crime propensities)

Activity field changes (influencing criminogenic exposure)

Critical thinking activity 4.2

Application to crime prevention

Historical influence on policy: ASBOs and the 'short, sharp shock'

Moral panic

Examples of legislation influenced by Rational Choice Theory

The influence of Rational Choice Theory on policing practice.

Critiques of Rational Choice Theory: theory and practice

Theoretical underpinnings of critiques

Ignoring individuality: lack of consideration for specific circumstances?

Critical thinking activity 4.3

Critical thinking activity 4.4

Community attitudes to policies underpinned by Rational Choice Theory

Reflective practice 4.2

Reflective practice 4.3

Chapter 5: Situational crime prevention

Crime prevention

Critical thinking activity 5.1

25 techniques of crime prevention

Reflective practice 5.1

The 'hot' model of crime

Hot spots

Critical thinking activity 5.2

Hot victims

Hot offenders

Hot products

Critical thinking activity 5.3

CRAVED

Reflective practice 5.2

Situational crime prevention

Critical thinking activity 5.4

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design

Broken Windows Theory

Reflective practice 5.3

Designing out crime

Critical thinking activity 5.5

Ethical implications of situational crime prevention

Critical thinking activity 5.6

Chapter 6: Partnership working in crime prevention

Introducing INTERPOL

United Kingdom membership of INTERPOL and the role of the National Crime Agency

Controversy surrounding INTERPOL's policy on politics

Reflective practice 6.1

Introducing EUROPOL

Impact of Brexit

Critical thinking activity 6.1

public protection and safeguarding of vulnerable people

Working with the third sector.

Critical thinking activity 6.2

Informal partnerships: schools, mental health services and the wider community

Reflective practice 6.2

Relevant legislation and statutory measures to ensure accountability

Legislation and accountability measures focused on specific offences and demographics

The role of police and crime commissioners

Co-operating with members of the community who assist police accountability

Critical thinking activity 6.3

Sample answers

References

Index.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1-04-037619-3

1-04-037343-7

1-915713-28-5

OCLC:

1393307024