Future of Policing

200 Recommendations to Enhance Policing and Community Safety

AvScott A. Cunningham

Inbunden, Engelska, 2022

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Policing does not happen in a vacuum. The mood, viewpoints, and stresses of society impact how policing occurs and how it is perceived. Starting in June and July 2020, the nation saw weeks of protests, civil disturbances, and riots that were specifically directed against the police. This most recent round of public unrest was sparked by the senseless, needless, and improper death of George Floyd. Having seen similar deaths of black males while involved with police officers, the nation had had enough and demands for something to be done, were far reaching and involved more than just the black community or a few protestors. An all-encompassing variety of people either joined the protests or supported them. People of all demographic backgrounds, economic levels, and professions resoundingly condemned the actions of the officers in the Floyd incident, even police officers and police leaders.Policing in America needs to change. Scott Cunningham offers advice on a wide variety of policing aspects, including but not limited to, leadership, training, equipment and weapons, government’s roles and responsibilities, citizen and community participation, investigation procedure, police culture and attitudes, the list goes on. Looking at policing from multiple angles, he provides implementable recommendations for up and down the chain of command that, individually and collectively, could enhance policing and improve the quality of life for everyone.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2022-03-19
Mått:160 x 227 x 29 mm
Vikt:649 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:318
Förlag:Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
ISBN:9781538163047

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Scott A. Cunningham is a retired Chief of Police with 38 years of on the job experience and holds a PhD in Adult Education. He teaches agencies, officers, and communities around the country, has taught in a university setting, and has served on numerous community, governmental, and professional boards, committees, and commissions.

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This is a must-read book for anyone involved in policing. The topics covered provide truly valuable insight into what the present and future holds for policing. Having worked with Chief Cunningham I can attest to the fact that he lives by the concepts and ideas covered in the book, and this made a tremendous impact on our Police Department.

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IntroductionPART I: Global Policing ConceptsChapter 1: Role and History of PolicingBrief discussion of history of policing worldwidePeelian principles of policingRelevant recommendationsChapter 2: Re-Defining the Tasks for Which the Police are ResponsibleWhat tasks should police handleMental health issuesHomelessnessOptions for shifting tasks to othersRelevant recommendationsChapter 3: Role and Responsibility of the Federal GovernmentActions Federal Government should takeCoordination between Federal and State GovernmentsSetting nationwide standards & expectationsRelevant recommendationsChapter 4: Core Foundational BeliefsIdentification of critical beliefs to provide guidance and act as foundation for all actions, policies, and programsKey principles to establish appropriate cultureRelevant recommendationsChapter 5: Agency ActionsMajor actions all agencies should takeAccreditationPresident’s Task Force on 21st Century PolicingRelevant recommendationsChapter 6: Community Oriented and Problem Solving PolicingEstablishing Community Oriented Policing & problem Solving Policing as primary methods of delivering police servicesBuilding community relationships & interactionRelevant RecommendationsPART II: AdministrationChapter 7: LeadershipCharacteristics, qualities, & actions of the ChiefSetting performance expectations & focus of agencyRelevant recommendationsChapter 8: PersonnelPersonnel issues critical to service deliveryRecruiting efforts focused on desired characteristicsBackground processesHiring standardsTesting methods (fitness, psychological, medical, etc.)Relevant recommendationsChapter 9: TrainingIncrease training, especially recruit trainingFederal & state minimum requirements for consistencyRecruit trainingIn-service trainingPromotional trainingSpecialized trainingGeneral training processesRelevant recommendationsChapter 10: DisciplineNeed for & value of disciplinary processesGeneral & specific disciplinary aspectsImplementation of disciplinarySetting agency expectationsDisciplinary info to state certification board & publicRelevant recommendationsChapter 11: Complaints and InvestigationsNeed for & value of internal investigations functionInforming the complainant & public of outcomes & statsGeneral issues regarding complaintsRelevant recommendationsChapter 12 Officer Wellness and HealthBenefits of wellness focusNeed for an Early Warning SystemMandatory fitness programRelevant recommendationsPART III: OperationsChapter 13: Use of ForceCritical issues such as: using only minimum needed,reporting all uses of force, supervisor response,uses of discipline and training, etc.Investigating uses of force, internally & externallyDe-escalationRelevant recommendationsChapter 14: Peaceful, Compliant ProtestsRight to protest & protecting rights of citizensAppropriate police attire, equipment, & tacticsRecording of protests & police actionsCoordination with organizersRelevant recommendationsChapter 15: Non-Compliant Protests, Civil Disorders, Rioting and LootingUse of force reviewAppropriate police attire, equipment, & tacticsRecording of events & police activitiesGeneral & specific actions for these eventsProviding direction & safe dispersalRelevant recommendationsChapter 16: PursuitsNeed for policy, procedures, training, & supervisionDangers associated with pursuitsTacticsDocumentation & review of pursuitsRelevant recommendationsPART IV: EquipmentChapter 17: Military Surplus and Specialty Vehicles1033 military surplus programApplicable issues, perceptions, benefitsRelevant recommendationsChapter 18: Helicopters, Airplanes, and Unmanned Aerial VehiclesIssues, benefits, concernsPolicy guided use & restrictionsPublic involvementTraining & maintenanceRelevant recommendationsChapter 19: CamerasIssues, benefits, concernsLegal concerns & different lawsUse guidelines, requirements & disciplinePublic involvement & viewingDifferent typesUnderstanding limitationsRelevant recommendationsChapter 20: UniformsUnderstanding impact of uniform choicesAppropriateness for event, activityOfficer identificationInappropriate/unauthorized attachmentsRelevant recommendationsPART V: WeaponsChapter 21: FirearmsTypes used by policeTraining including accuracy, decision-making, legal issuesDe-escalationRendering medical attentionDocumentation & investigation of useRelevant recommendationsChapter 22: Less Than Lethal WeaponsTypes used by policeAppropriate useTraining including effectiveness, proper use, legal issues,decision-makingDe-escalationRendering medical aidDocumentation & investigation of useRelevant recommendationsPART VI: Role of OthersChapter 23: Elected and Appointed Officials Role regarding policing & community safetyGetting factsUnderstanding policing issuesKeeping police out of political realmRelevant recommendationsChapter 24: UnionsRole regarding members, profession, & communityParticipation in improvement/enhancement effortsIssues regarding political involvementRelevant recommendationsChapter 25: MediaRole of media in democratic societyAccuracy in reporting police related issuesMedia-police coordination & cooperationMedia involvement in active situationsRelevant recommendationsChapter 26: CitizensRole of citizens in community safety & policingNeed for & benefit of compliance with laws & directionsRights of citizens regarding police, etc.Citizen participation in policing overallRelevant recommendationsPART VII: ConclusionsAbbreviationsList of RecommendationsReferencesRecommended resources