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What is the definition of police organization?
What is the definition of police organization?
A structured group of trained personnel achieving the goal of protecting life and property, ensuring public safety, and maintaining peace and order.
What does police administration refer to?
What does police administration refer to?
Police in action, which includes the cooperative human effort to achieve the purposes of the Criminal Justice System.
What is the origin of the word 'Police'?
What is the origin of the word 'Police'?
It originated from the Greek word 'Politeia,' which means government, citizenship, or the entire activity of a polis.
What are the main police activities? (Select all that apply)
What are the main police activities? (Select all that apply)
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What is a shire in the context of policing?
What is a shire in the context of policing?
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The Frankpledge Policing System is followed in the Philippines today.
The Frankpledge Policing System is followed in the Philippines today.
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Ancient Rome used _______ to maintain peace, known as Praetorian Guards.
Ancient Rome used _______ to maintain peace, known as Praetorian Guards.
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Study Notes
Introduction to Law Enforcement Organization
- Police Organization: A structured group aimed at protecting life, property, ensuring public safety, and maintaining peace.
- Police Administration: Action-oriented aspect involving cooperation in achieving criminal justice system objectives.
Etymology of the Word "Police"
- Originated from Greek "Politeia," meaning government or citizenship.
- Transformed by Romans into "Politia," referring to state conditions and administration.
- French adopted "Police," representing the agency for law enforcement and public order maintenance.
Law Enforcement Agencies
- Encompasses various agencies under the executive branch tasked with enforcing laws.
Distinction Between Police and Policeman
- Police: Refers to the organization, such as the Philippine National Police (PNP).
- Policeman: Individual employed within the police organization.
Police Activities
- Prevention of crimes
- Repression and suppression of crime
- Apprehension of offenders
- Conducting searches and seizures
- Crime investigation
- Protection of lives and property
Organization Definition
- A structured group working towards common goals or objectives.
Elements of Police Organization
- Comprises trained personnel focused on public safety and crime prevention, enforcing laws, and maintaining peace.
Ancient History of Police
- Medjays: First civil police, utilized police dogs, headed by an Egyptian military officer.
- Vigiles: Armed civilians in Rome responsible for peacekeeping and firefighting.
- Anglo-Saxon: Members of Germanic tribes that established early forms of policing.
Historical Development of Policing
- Policing concept initiated with military bodies in ancient Rome (Praetorian Guards).
Anglo-Saxon Period (Ancient England)
- Frankpledge System: Mandatory participation of males over 12 in local groups (tithings) for crime monitoring and offender apprehension.
- Constable: Leader of tithings, responsible for local security.
Parish Constable
- Local official responsible for crime control, served one-year terms, organized watchmen.
Tun Policing System
- Required all males to guard local towns, essential for peacekeeping; the term “tun” is etymologically linked to "town."
Hue and Cry
- A victim's call for help that prompted immediate response from local male residents to assist in crime detection and prevention.
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Dive into the structure and functions of law enforcement organizations, focusing on their roles in protecting society and maintaining public order. Understand the etymology of the term 'police' and explore the differences between the police and individual policemen. This quiz covers various agencies and their specific responsibilities.
