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What perspective did George Kelling express regarding policing strategies at the 2010 meeting?
What perspective did George Kelling express regarding policing strategies at the 2010 meeting?
- Departments should focus solely on community engagement.
- Many departments are moving away from community policing, which is ineffective. (correct)
- Community policing is an outdated concept.
- A return to responding to calls for service is a positive change.
How can the legitimacy of a police department be evaluated according to the content?
How can the legitimacy of a police department be evaluated according to the content?
- Through surveys measuring public opinion on police actions. (correct)
- By assessing the effectiveness of crime reduction strategies.
- By comparing budgets across different departments.
- Through the number of community events held by the department.
What does the concept of legitimacy in policing primarily rely on?
What does the concept of legitimacy in policing primarily rely on?
- The willingness of community members to cooperate with law enforcement. (correct)
- The implementation of innovative policing technologies.
- The number of laws enacted to govern police conduct.
- The size and resources of a police department.
What historical viewpoint did Sir Robert Peel advocate regarding policing?
What historical viewpoint did Sir Robert Peel advocate regarding policing?
What was one possible outcome of police departments prioritizing responses to calls for service?
What was one possible outcome of police departments prioritizing responses to calls for service?
What impact does perceived legitimacy have on public support for police actions?
What impact does perceived legitimacy have on public support for police actions?
Which component is NOT part of the Justice Department's definition of community policing?
Which component is NOT part of the Justice Department's definition of community policing?
How do community policing initiatives typically succeed?
How do community policing initiatives typically succeed?
What is a common misconception about community policing?
What is a common misconception about community policing?
Which phrase describes the relationship between legitimacy in policing and community policing?
Which phrase describes the relationship between legitimacy in policing and community policing?
Which of the following best defines community policing?
Which of the following best defines community policing?
What is the primary aim of procedural justice in law enforcement?
What is the primary aim of procedural justice in law enforcement?
What effect does community-police cooperation have on public safety issues?
What effect does community-police cooperation have on public safety issues?
Why is it important for police actions to be recognized as fair and appropriate by the public?
Why is it important for police actions to be recognized as fair and appropriate by the public?
What should a police chief do when their department's necessary actions may not be perceived as fair?
What should a police chief do when their department's necessary actions may not be perceived as fair?
How did Superintendent Garry McCarthy suggest officers should handle police stops?
How did Superintendent Garry McCarthy suggest officers should handle police stops?
What outcome can be achieved by police officers communicating respect during enforcement encounters?
What outcome can be achieved by police officers communicating respect during enforcement encounters?
What was one of the key issues highlighted by the committee report regarding the arrest of Professor Gates?
What was one of the key issues highlighted by the committee report regarding the arrest of Professor Gates?
What relationship can be built by officers following a protocol during enforcement encounters?
What relationship can be built by officers following a protocol during enforcement encounters?
How can simple protocols during stops impact the community's view of the police?
How can simple protocols during stops impact the community's view of the police?
What is a potential consequence of police actions being perceived as unfair?
What is a potential consequence of police actions being perceived as unfair?
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Study Notes
###Â Community Policing vs. Legitimacy in Policing
- In 2010, many police departments were shifting away from community policing as an economic downturn forced them to prioritize responding to calls for service.
- This shift was viewed by some, including Rutgers Professor George Kelling, as a return to outdated and ineffective policing strategies from the 1950s and 1960s.
- Police legitimacy is not a program, initiative, or set of policies; it's a broader concept that applies to all police departments.
- Police legitimacy is determined by the public's perception of their fairness, impartiality, and trustworthiness. This perception can be measured through public surveys.
- Community policing is viewed as a police initiative, while police legitimacy is a criterion by which police departments are judged by the communities they serve.
- Community policing emphasizes partnerships with the community, problem-solving, and organizational transformation to support these aims.
- Community policing as a philosophy has been widely accepted in thousands of police agencies, but it is not always considered a priority, especially if budgets are cut or funding is scarce.
- Legitimacy is closely tied to the public's acceptance of police actions, even those that may be necessary but perceived as unfair or inappropriate.
- Efforts to build legitimacy in policing share similarities with community policing initiatives, but they are not interchangeable.
- Balancing legitimacy and tactical and safety considerations is crucial for police departments.
- Officers are encouraged to explain their actions and build trust during encounters with the public.
- Building trust through simple actions like explaining policies, soliciting input, and showing respect can contribute to police legitimacy.
- Outside reviews and public discussions about incidents that impact police legitimacy are crucial for ensuring public accountability and restoring trust.
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