The Use And Abuse Of Police Power In America: Historical Milestones And Current Controversies

Providing a timely and much-needed investigation of how U.S. law enforcement carries out its public safety and crime fighting mandates, this book is an invaluable resource for students, educators, and concerned citizens. * Provides a single-volume, go-to source for insight into police-citizen relations in the United States, from the 17th century through to today * Documents major turning points and historical events influencing the evolution of police power * Provides both supportive and critical perspectives on contemporary trends in law enforcement activities, attitudes, and practices * Enables a fuller comprehension of law enforcement in an era of significant political and social upheaval, much of which is tied to racial, ethnic, or economic factors

• | Author: Gina Robertiello
• | Publisher: ABC-CLIO
• | Publication Date: May 12, 2017
• | Number of Pages: 384 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Hardcover/History
• | ISBN-10: 1440843724
• | ISBN-13: 9781440843723