POLICING STRATEGIES

Section B-Policing Strategies

Section B-Policing Strategies

Public-Oriented Policing (POP)

Public-oriented policing is also known as community-based policing. The public calls for the police for the response against the problems where the tasks are diversified. It is assumed that the police have the expertise and required resources to perform the diversified tasks. According to this policy model, first of all the problem is identified. Then the related remedial strategy is identified which is important for the identification of various stakeholders which help in the positioning and implementation of the proposed solution.

Community oriented policing includes organizational strategy along with philosophy which permits the police and local residents to have a team work. The collaborative work will help solve the problems against crime, fear of crime, social and physical disorders and area decay (Tilley 2003, 311).

The goals of public oriented policing are to increase and maintain public confidence on the police department. The fear of crime has to be reduced. The community resources have to be sued and brought together for the solution of the problem. The crime problems have to be specified. The repetitive calls for the same service have to be reduced. The public has to be educated about the police department.

The expanded outlook on crime control and prevention, the new emphasis on making community members active participants in the process of problem solving, and the patrol officers' pivotal role in community policing require profound changes within the police organization. The neighborhood patrol officer, backed by the police organization, helps community members mobilizes support and resources to solve problems and enhance their quality of life. Community members voice their concerns, contribute advice, and take action to address these concerns. Creating a constructive partnership will require the energy, creativity, understanding, and patience of all involved.

Reinvigorating communities is essential if we are to deter crime and create more vital neighborhoods. In some communities, it will take time to break down barriers of apathy and mistrust so that meaningful partnerships can be forged. Trust is the value that underlies and links the components of community partnership and problem solving. A foundation of trust will allow police to form close relationships with the community that will produce solid achievements. Without trust between police and citizens, effective policing is impossible (Tilley 2003, 311).

The department's commitment to community oriented policing is reflected daily in special projects, the working partnerships with the community and the day-to-day work of ...