The Use and Abuse of Police Power in America: Historical Milestones and Current Controversies
- ISBN-10
- 1440843732
- ISBN-13
- 9781440843730
- Category
- Political Science
- Pages
- 370
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2017-05-12
- Publisher
- ABC-CLIO
- Author
- Gina Robertiello
Description
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
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