Police Administration Quiz 2

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Which organization was formed in 1934 to create a common perception of what was important to the law enforcement profession?

Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA)

California Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (POST)

National Sheriffs Association (NSA)

International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) (correct)

Which organization established its crime laboratory in 1932 to provide free analysis of evidence submitted by state and local police agencies?

International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)

California Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (POST)

National Sheriffs Association (NSA)

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (correct)

Which organization was legislatively created in 1959 to set minimum standards for the selection and training of police officers?

National Sheriffs Association (NSA)

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)

California Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (POST) (correct)

Which organization was formed to pursue research and public policy work for law enforcement agencies?

PERF Signup and view all the answers

Which organization focuses on crime in low-income urban areas?

NOBLE Signup and view all the answers

Which organization was established as an independent accrediting body for law enforcement agencies?

CALEA Signup and view all the answers

Which organization was created in 2002 to promote a positive police image in Asian/Pacific communities?

NAAALEC Signup and view all the answers

Which policing strategy focuses on developing police strategies and partnerships with communities to deliver custom-tailored police services and solutions to problems?

COP Signup and view all the answers

Which policing strategy is based on the idea that ignoring minor law violations creates a climate conducive to more serious offenses?

ZTP Signup and view all the answers

Which policing strategy is a management control system designed to develop, analyze, disseminate crime information, and track efforts to deal with it?

CompStat Signup and view all the answers

Which policing strategy is based on the idea that concentrating on specific locations can reduce crime?

Hot Spot Policing Signup and view all the answers

What did Larry Sherman's research on crime locations reveal?

Half of all crimes come from a few specific places Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of Hot Spot Policing?

Ignoring minor law violations Signup and view all the answers

Which policing strategy focuses on developing police strategies and partnerships with communities to deliver custom-tailored police services and solutions to problems?

Community Oriented Policing Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Community Oriented Policing?

Crime prevention Signup and view all the answers

What is the acronym for Community Oriented Policing?

COP Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons why the United States has not experienced a major terrorist attack from abroad since 9/11?

Increased security measures Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributes to the prevention of major terrorist attacks from abroad in the United States?

International cooperation Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the reasons why the United States has not experienced a major terrorist attack from abroad since 9/11?

Geographical isolation Signup and view all the answers

Which term is sometimes used interchangeably with zero-tolerance policing?

Disorder policing Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of zero-tolerance policing?

Addressing fear of crime Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of zero-tolerance policing?

Making arrests for all crimes Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Zero-tolerance policing focuses on targeting police responses to more serious crimes?

False Signup and view all the answers

True or false: In zero-tolerance policing, officers are given discretion in dealing with minor crimes of disorder?

False Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Zero-tolerance policing has been re-labeled as 'disorder policing' in some circles?

True Signup and view all the answers

Which city is credited with the development of CompStat?

New York City Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of CompStat?

To design proactive strategies to stop crime Signup and view all the answers

What are the core principles of a police department's model of CompStat?

Accurate and timely intelligence and statistical crime information Signup and view all the answers

What does CompStat combine to achieve its goals?

Modern management practices and military-like deployment efforts Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the word 'CompStat'?

From 'computer' and 'statistics' Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of visual crime analysis?

Rapid deployment of resources Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the aspects of rapid deployment of resources in policing?

Combining uniform patrol and undercover operations Signup and view all the answers

Which type of crimes do effective tactics and strategies of enforcement focus on?

Quality-of-life crimes Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the relentless follow-up and assessment in policing?

Individual police managers Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of other city and governmental resources that can be rapidly deployed in policing?

Nuisance and abatement personnel and sanitation workers Signup and view all the answers

Which program in Minneapolis was designed specifically to reduce crime by combining computer technology and police techniques?

CODEFOR Signup and view all the answers

What does the CompStat program in Minneapolis use to identify high-intensity crime areas?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

How often do police managers gather together to discuss crime rates in each area in Minneapolis?

Weekly Signup and view all the answers

Hot-spots policing is based on the understanding that crime is concentrated in

Low-income areas Signup and view all the answers

What types of data are used in hot-spots policing to identify areas of concentrated crime?

Crime data Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of hot-spots policing?

To reduce crime in isolated areas Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Community policing focuses on general neighborhood problems as a source of crime?

True Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Community policing is reactive rather than proactive?

False Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Community policing is information-based?

True Signup and view all the answers

Community Policing is a policing philosophy that focuses on general neighborhood problems as a source of crime; community policing is preventive, proactive, and information-based.

True Signup and view all the answers

CompStat is a collection of modern management practices, military-like deployment efforts, and strong enforcement strategies all based on the availability of accurate and timely statistical crime data.

True Signup and view all the answers

_ __ analysis or crime-specific analysis is a tabular or graphic display of reported crimes with a given pattern of time and/or location, often used to detect patterns of crime (e.g., robberies, burglaries, and auto thefts) that cluster in specific locations during various time periods.

Tactical Crime Signup and view all the answers

The Four Core Principles of __________________ are (1) Accurate and timely intelligence and statistical rime information based on geographical settings and/or areas. (2) Rapid deployment of resources, particularly combining the immediate presence of uniform patrol working in concert with directed undercover operations. (3) Effective tactics and strategies of enforcement that focus on visible street crimes or “quality-of-life” crimes. (4) Relentless follow-up and assessment.

CompStat Signup and view all the answers

Which policing strategy focuses on using intelligence analysis to prevent crime?

Intelligence led policing (ILP) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of hotspots policing?

To deploy police officers to locations that account for the majority of calls for service and crime Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of predictive policing?

Proactively preventing crime using information and analytical tools Signup and view all the answers

___ _ analysis—the study of crime and/ or social problems in a specific area in an effort to determine long-term patterns of activity as well as to evaluate police responses and organizational procedures. Strategic crime analysis is often used to determine the effectiveness of police over a given period of time or in the evaluation of specific policing strategies

Strategic crime Signup and view all the answers

__________ analysis—a graphic portrayal of associations and relationships among people, organizations, events, activities, and locations from a given point in time.

Link Signup and view all the answers

_ _ analysis—computerized reports derived from court-ordered long-distance telephone billings of suspects in illegal narcotics trafficking. Reports indicate the number and frequency of calls displayed in chronological, and geographical order. Link analysis can be used to show the relationship between billing numbers and the numbers called.

Telephone Toll Signup and view all the answers

____ analysis (VIA)—charting that depicts key events of criminal activity in chronological order. VIA is used to show the degree of involvement of subjects.

Visual investigative Signup and view all the answers

_ _ _ _ ______ (CAMS)— computerized case management in which large amounts of data are compiled and indexed for each retrieval of specific items. This system is used to clarify relationships and calculate the probability of associations.

Case analysis and management system Signup and view all the answers

_____________ analysis—the identification of networks of offenders and criminal activity, often associated with organized crime, gangs, drug traffickers, prostitution rings, and terrorist organizations

Intelligence Signup and view all the answers

_______ has become an influential mechanism in hotspots policing as well as Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), situational policing, directed patrols, and crime analysis.

GIS Signup and view all the answers

There here are two types of GIS crime mapping: ___ _ analysis and _______ modeling. While statistical spatial analysis focuses on the spatial relationship between crime points in a particular area, spatial modeling is concerned with the technology and application of data.

statistical spatial, spatial Signup and view all the answers

What are some possible reasons for rank-and-file officers' discontent with the introduction of POP policy?

lack of clarity with respect to organizational goals, conflict between administration's community policing mandate and the need to respond to calls for service, militant police unionism Signup and view all the answers

What are some significant impacts of POP policy?

works in reducing crime and disorder, wide acceptance across police departments worldwide, documented success over the decades Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the criticisms of problem-oriented policing?

failure to investigate displacement Signup and view all the answers

How can assessing and understanding potential displacement effects help ensure the effectiveness of problem-oriented policing?

by determining the extent of displacement and defending the results to critics Signup and view all the answers

Who coined the term Problem-oriented policing?

Herman Goldstein Signup and view all the answers

What is the expanded model of Problem-oriented policing?

Scanning, Analysis, Response, and Assessment (SARA) Signup and view all the answers

According to the systematic review, what is the effectiveness of problem-oriented policing in reducing crime and disorder?

Effective Signup and view all the answers

What is problem-oriented policing (POP)? Provide a brief explanation.

Problem-oriented policing (POP) is an approach to law enforcement that focuses on identifying the root causes of problems and developing tailored solutions. It encourages police officers to work closely with community members to address underlying issues and implement interventions that go beyond traditional enforcement tactics. Signup and view all the answers

What are the four steps of the Scanning, Analysis, Response, and Assessment (SARA) model in problem-oriented policing? Briefly explain each step.

<ol> <li>Scanning: In this step, police officers identify and prioritize potential problems in their jurisdiction.</li> <li>Analysis: This step involves analyzing the identified problems, including understanding the time, location, offenders, and environmental factors associated with the problems.</li> <li>Response: Police develop and implement interventions to address the identified problems, which can include a range of alternatives to arrest.</li> <li>Assessment: The final step involves evaluating the impact of the interventions and assessing the overall effectiveness in addressing the problems.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What are some factors that contribute to the popularity of problem-oriented policing among police administrators and city officials? Briefly explain.

Some factors that contribute to the popularity of problem-oriented policing among police administrators and city officials include: <ul> <li>Successes in problem-solving documented in various studies, making it a preferred approach.</li> <li>Job security for administrators and elected officials, as public favor towards problem-oriented policing translates into support for elected officials and administrators.</li> <li>Availability of federal grants that can be obtained through problem-oriented policing programs, allowing police agencies to secure substantial funds.</li> <li>Recognition and awards for effective problem-oriented policing programs at national and international levels, encouraging implementation.</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the difference between community-oriented policing and problem-oriented policing.

Community-oriented policing focuses on improving the relationship between law enforcement and citizens, aiming to involve the community in crime prevention efforts. It emphasizes the importance of building trust, collaboration, and problem-solving partnerships. On the other hand, problem-oriented policing focuses on identifying the root causes of specific problems and developing tailored solutions. It encourages police officers to work closely with community members to address underlying issues and implement interventions that go beyond traditional enforcement tactics. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key concept in problem-oriented policing?

Focus on the reactive, incident-driven model of policing Signup and view all the answers

What is the expanded model of Problem-oriented policing?

SARA Signup and view all the answers

What did a systematic review of problem-oriented policing find about its effectiveness?

It is effective at reducing crime and disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the Scanning, Analysis, Response, and Assessment (SARA) problem-solving model?

Scanning Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of problem-oriented policing?

Finding the root cause of a problem and developing solutions Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern in problem-oriented policing?

Effectiveness Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of patrol officers in problem-oriented policing?

Exploring possible responses to a problem Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a significant impact of problem-oriented policing (POP)?

POP has been widely accepted by police departments worldwide. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the criticisms of problem-oriented policing (POP)?

POP fails to investigate displacement. Signup and view all the answers

What is one possible reason for rank-and-file officers' discontent with the introduction of POP policy?

Lack of clarity with respect to organizational goals. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the unintended consequences of problem-oriented policing (POP)?

POP has a limited effect on police legitimacy. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the reasons why rank-and-file officers may be disappointed with the introduction of Problem-Oriented Policing (POP)?

Lack of clarity with respect to organizational goals Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the significant impacts of Problem-Oriented Policing (POP)?

Reduction of crime and disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the criticisms of Problem-Oriented Policing (POP)?

Failure to investigate displacement Signup and view all the answers

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Which organization was formed in 1934 to create a common perception of what was important to the law enforcement profession?

Which organization established its crime laboratory in 1932 to provide free analysis of evidence submitted by state and local police agencies?

Which organization was legislatively created in 1959 to set minimum standards for the selection and training of police officers?

Which organization was formed to pursue research and public policy work for law enforcement agencies?

Which organization focuses on crime in low-income urban areas?

Which organization was established as an independent accrediting body for law enforcement agencies?

Which organization was created in 2002 to promote a positive police image in Asian/Pacific communities?

Which policing strategy focuses on developing police strategies and partnerships with communities to deliver custom-tailored police services and solutions to problems?

Which policing strategy is based on the idea that ignoring minor law violations creates a climate conducive to more serious offenses?

Which policing strategy is a management control system designed to develop, analyze, disseminate crime information, and track efforts to deal with it?

Which policing strategy is based on the idea that concentrating on specific locations can reduce crime?

What did Larry Sherman's research on crime locations reveal?

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of Hot Spot Policing?

Which policing strategy focuses on developing police strategies and partnerships with communities to deliver custom-tailored police services and solutions to problems?

What is the main focus of Community Oriented Policing?

What is the acronym for Community Oriented Policing?

Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons why the United States has not experienced a major terrorist attack from abroad since 9/11?

Which factor contributes to the prevention of major terrorist attacks from abroad in the United States?

What is one of the reasons why the United States has not experienced a major terrorist attack from abroad since 9/11?

Which term is sometimes used interchangeably with zero-tolerance policing?

What is the main focus of zero-tolerance policing?

What is the key characteristic of zero-tolerance policing?

True or false: Zero-tolerance policing focuses on targeting police responses to more serious crimes?

True or false: In zero-tolerance policing, officers are given discretion in dealing with minor crimes of disorder?

True or false: Zero-tolerance policing has been re-labeled as 'disorder policing' in some circles?

Which city is credited with the development of CompStat?

What is the main goal of CompStat?

What are the core principles of a police department's model of CompStat?

What does CompStat combine to achieve its goals?

What is the origin of the word 'CompStat'?

Which of the following is NOT a component of visual crime analysis?

What is one of the aspects of rapid deployment of resources in policing?

Which type of crimes do effective tactics and strategies of enforcement focus on?

Who is responsible for the relentless follow-up and assessment in policing?

What are some examples of other city and governmental resources that can be rapidly deployed in policing?

Which program in Minneapolis was designed specifically to reduce crime by combining computer technology and police techniques?

What does the CompStat program in Minneapolis use to identify high-intensity crime areas?

How often do police managers gather together to discuss crime rates in each area in Minneapolis?

Hot-spots policing is based on the understanding that crime is concentrated in

What types of data are used in hot-spots policing to identify areas of concentrated crime?

What is the main goal of hot-spots policing?

True or false: Community policing focuses on general neighborhood problems as a source of crime?

True or false: Community policing is reactive rather than proactive?

True or false: Community policing is information-based?

Community Policing is a policing philosophy that focuses on general neighborhood problems as a source of crime; community policing is preventive, proactive, and information-based.

CompStat is a collection of modern management practices, military-like deployment efforts, and strong enforcement strategies all based on the availability of accurate and timely statistical crime data.

Which policing strategy focuses on using intelligence analysis to prevent crime?

What is the main goal of hotspots policing?

What is the key characteristic of predictive policing?

__________ analysis—a graphic portrayal of associations and relationships among people, organizations, events, activities, and locations from a given point in time.

________ ____________ analysis (VIA)—charting that depicts key events of criminal activity in chronological order. VIA is used to show the degree of involvement of subjects.

_____ _______ _______ _______ ________ (CAMS)— computerized case management in which large amounts of data are compiled and indexed for each retrieval of specific items. This system is used to clarify relationships and calculate the probability of associations.

_____________ analysis—the identification of networks of offenders and criminal activity, often associated with organized crime, gangs, drug traffickers, prostitution rings, and terrorist organizations

_______ has become an influential mechanism in hotspots policing as well as Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), situational policing, directed patrols, and crime analysis.

There here are two types of GIS crime mapping: _______ _______ analysis and _________ modeling. While statistical spatial analysis focuses on the spatial relationship between crime points in a particular area, spatial modeling is concerned with the technology and application of data.

What are some possible reasons for rank-and-file officers' discontent with the introduction of POP policy?

What are some significant impacts of POP policy?

What is one of the criticisms of problem-oriented policing?

How can assessing and understanding potential displacement effects help ensure the effectiveness of problem-oriented policing?

Who coined the term Problem-oriented policing?

What is the expanded model of Problem-oriented policing?

According to the systematic review, what is the effectiveness of problem-oriented policing in reducing crime and disorder?

What is problem-oriented policing (POP)? Provide a brief explanation.

What are the four steps of the Scanning, Analysis, Response, and Assessment (SARA) model in problem-oriented policing? Briefly explain each step.

What are some factors that contribute to the popularity of problem-oriented policing among police administrators and city officials? Briefly explain.

Explain the difference between community-oriented policing and problem-oriented policing.

Which of the following is NOT a key concept in problem-oriented policing?

What is the expanded model of Problem-oriented policing?

What did a systematic review of problem-oriented policing find about its effectiveness?

What is the first step in the Scanning, Analysis, Response, and Assessment (SARA) problem-solving model?

What is the main focus of problem-oriented policing?

What is the primary concern in problem-oriented policing?

What is the role of patrol officers in problem-oriented policing?

Which of the following is a significant impact of problem-oriented policing (POP)?

What is one of the criticisms of problem-oriented policing (POP)?

What is one possible reason for rank-and-file officers' discontent with the introduction of POP policy?

What is one of the unintended consequences of problem-oriented policing (POP)?

____ analysis (VIA)—charting that depicts key events of criminal activity in chronological order. VIA is used to show the degree of involvement of subjects.

_ _ _ _ ______ (CAMS)— computerized case management in which large amounts of data are compiled and indexed for each retrieval of specific items. This system is used to clarify relationships and calculate the probability of associations.

There here are two types of GIS crime mapping: ___ _ analysis and _______ modeling. While statistical spatial analysis focuses on the spatial relationship between crime points in a particular area, spatial modeling is concerned with the technology and application of data.