Community Policing

The practice of community policing allows police officers to become familiar with a community. The goal is that the community members see the officers as a local, friendly, helpful resources and their presence will deter crime. This collection of essays guides readers through this topic and its controversies. Is community policing effective? Do neighborhood watch groups increase safety? Can social media enhance community policing efforts? Do stand your ground laws put people at risk? These and several other questions are debated and answered for your readers.