“I still believe that law enforcement is a calling as well as a career or profession. I believe that the work law enforcement people, both officers and other specialists, are called upon to do is a ministry of sorts for the good of society, in general and particularly for those who are vulnerable and innocent.” Terry Mangan (Mangan, T., 2005) Chief Mangan’s approach to organizational change to community policing was always based on the idea of serving others. In researching his life, I discovered that he served in many capacities during his lifetime (he passed away in 2014); first as a clergyman, then later as a police officer and as a Director of Public Safety in California, a Chief of Police in two cities in Washington state, one of them…
The Never Ending watch; Police Practice in action Based in one of the worst neighbors of Los Angeles, California the movie End of Watch follows the film project of a Los Angeles Police Department officer Brian Taylor in his daily life with his close partner Miguel Zavala. The beginning of the movie starts with a car chase that eventually leads to a shootout with the beginning monologue. “I’m the police. And I’m here to arrest you.…
D1: Evaluate the role, purpose and responsibilities of a chosen uniformed public service Overall, looking at the police, their main role, responsibility and purpose is to deter crime before it even happens. The positive factors of this includes the points mentioned above. For example, I think it’s essential for the police to keep good relations with the public because in a way, this could significantly increase the factors of potentially capturing more criminals. Not only would this be a way to engage with the public/ their audience, it would initiate conversations between them and the community. Therefore, the public will potentially see the police as someone who is trying to help them and to be their friend and prevent them from being harmed.…
This type of volunteer work is especially beneficial for the community because they’ll have a better idea of how the criminal justice system works and what really goes on at a station. This could help the police department by educating people and the process of things and how they should act when the visit a station for any problem they might have. Not many people know or understand what actually happens at a station so it might be a good thing to educate the public on. Another program that probably everyone is familiar with or at least know about is the police academy. This benefits mostly those in the community that are interested in becoming a police officer.…
It is no secret that since the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 the way of life in the United States changed forever. People are more observant, more mindful, and more prepared. This is especially true for the law enforcement agencies all across the country. They have always had the duty to serve and protect, but that has been bumped up a few notches in the recent years and the day of the Boston Marathon Bombing is a perfect example.…
Over the years my neighborhood needed to be more help to make it a safe place for people who lives there. My passion for law enforcement has developed from wanting to reform my community and watching the television show Law and Order SVU, which dealt with neighborhood like mine. I will not have a dull moment because I’ll be active and meeting different…
This paper will be an introduction into the behind the scenes of what people thinking of becoming officers should know, the way they speak, the way they crack cases, etc. Most of the nation receives their information on law enforcement from television. That’s why I knew the Maranda rights by heart before I was even 12. Law and Order, Criminal Minds, NCIS, and shows similar to this are why some enter into the law enforcement field they want to be like the famous profilers that solve cases in one hour plus commercials. Yes, I was one of the people that first want to become an officer because of television, nevertheless that is how society learns.…
When the discussion of law enforcement comes across many would have an image of a group of masculine men in collared uniform. For decades this image has imprinted on our society of law enforcement’s identity, which has caused a hardship for women in this field. Although women are able to have a career in law enforcement today, they are still discriminated against due to their gender. Throughout time women were viewed as powerless and emotionally unstable for this field but as time progressed it has been found they have the same intelligence, communication, and compassion as male officers.…
When you watch these videos, you must remember that this is NOT an accurate representation, nor does it portray how EVERY officer is. A lot of people, however, will watch videos like these and jump to the conclusion that all cops are crooked. So how do we stop police brutality and corruption?…
As of the 21st century, regulatory laws have impacted our daily activities and lives. Regulatory laws are regulations that set out certain requirements on what is legal or illegal. The Impact of Regulatory Law on American Criminal Justice- Are there too many laws? by Vincent Del Castillo provides an overview of the results of having regulatory laws. While the book talks about a variety of topics, we will mainly focus on illegal drugs, guns, the police, and also the societal consequences.…
In the past year, our country has experienced economic challenges that have translated into major changes in the way law enforcement delivers services. Budget cuts for a significant number of law enforcement agencies have resulted in layoffs, furloughs, hiring freezes, retirement incentives, and operation consolidation or elimination. While agencies are determining how to best manage their shrinking budgets, these changes are impacting officers1 in various ways, such as creating larger patrol areas to cover, decreasing the number of backup officers, and increasing stress due to a myriad of factors experienced in the field. Most importantly, these changes impact officer safety, wellness, and health (Fiedler, 2014). At a time when an agency’s…
Not all cops are bad Police Officers: Courageous, strong, brave, amazing people, but to some they are all brutal, evil, horrible people. Not since the 1960s have police been subjected to so much criticism, disaffection, and public abuse (Moore). Yet, not all cops are bad people like people tend to think. A good majority of police are honest, caring, loving people that love their job, protecting us and their city from harm.…
What Are the Issues in Policing? Policing has been around for a very long time in society. Policing is simply the duties and tasks that police officers have to perform to maintain law and order in communities. Polices perform such duties as traffic control, criminal investigation, keeping peace, and other helpful services to citizens. Over time, policing has changed tremendously and has had a great effect on today’s society.…
Ever since I was a child, I wanted to be a police officer or a law enforcement official. When my childhood home was burgled, the first responders’ priority was to ensure that my family and I were safe. My experience with law enforcement had a positive impact on my life because of the officers’ devotion and dedication to public service and safety. I made an effort to begin devoting my life to public service and be a part of something greater than myself through enlisting in the Oklahoma Army National Guard and working as a Security Officer. I wish to continue with my endeavors in the field of law enforcement.…
As the years go by, everything changes. From seasons, to cars, to trends, to prices of food and houses. One thing I would say definitely changes from year to year is the type of jobs that are needed across the United States; but one job that will always remain are police officers or law enforcement. There will always be crime, therefore there will always be a need for police officers. Although the need for police officers may not change, different aspects of the job of an officer may.…