Era of Policing Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What are the three eras in policing?

Community (correct)

Political (correct)

Economic

Reform (correct)

How did police officers conduct patrol during the Political Era?

Police patrols were mainly conducted by foot and bicycle patrols.

What do they believe caused police corruption during the Political Era?

Breaking their political contract.

What is Prohibition?

Banning of alcohol. Signup and view all the answers

What was the relationship with police and community during the Political Era?

The police department had an intimate relationship with the community. Signup and view all the answers

What was the relationship with police and community during the Reform Era?

The relationship became more professional and strict. Signup and view all the answers

Why did people begin to mistrust police during the Reform Era?

There was deep hostility and distrust between minorities and the police. Signup and view all the answers

How did being a police officer during the Reform Era change?

Police patrol became more formalized and decentralized. Signup and view all the answers

How did the relationship change with policing from the Reform Era to the Community Era?

Rank in the police force was often sold or given as political patronage. Signup and view all the answers

Why do some people believe that fighting crime is secondary during the Community Era?

The main focus is community involvement in combating crime and disorder. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Eras of Policing

Three primary eras in policing: Political, Reform, and Community.

Political Era

Patrols conducted on foot and by bicycle.
Prohibition led to the rise of organized crime and widespread police corruption.
Police misconduct included breaking their political contract with the community.
Law enforcement aimed to provide various social services and maintained a close relationship with the community.

Prohibition

Defined as the nationwide banning of alcohol, contributing to increased organized crime.

Reform Era

Transition to a more professional and strict relationship between police and community.
Officers primarily walked beats, addressing crime and disorder as they arose, with guidance from citizens.
Focus shifted to reducing crime and disorder.
Restructuring of police departments led to increased mistrust among communities, particularly minorities, as reported by the Kerner Commission.

Community Era

Emphasizes community involvement in addressing crime and disorder.
Relationship dynamics shifted from a professional model to one that seeks to establish close community ties.
Some believe fighting crime became secondary to fostering community engagement in policing initiatives.

Description

Explore the key concepts of the three eras of policing through these insightful flashcards. Learn about the Political, Reform, and Community eras, along with their unique characteristics and historical contexts. This quiz is designed to enhance your understanding of the evolution of law enforcement.