PoliceCommunity Relations in Times of Crisis (Paperback)

Ross Deuchar

ISBN 10: 1529210615 / ISBN 13: 9781529210613

Published by Bristol University Press, 2021

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Paperback. The death of Michael Brown at the hands of a white Ferguson police officer has uncovered an apparent legitimacy crisis at the heart of American policing. Some have claimed that de-policing may have led officers to become less proactive.How exactly has the policing of gangs and violence changed in the post-Ferguson era? This book explores this question, drawing on participant observation field notes and in-depth interviews with officers, offenders, practitioners, and community members in a Southern American state.As demands for police reform have once again come into focus following George Floyd's death, this crucial book informs future policing practice to promote effective crime prevention and gain public trust. The deaths of Michael Brown and George Floyd at the hands of white police officers uncovered an apparent legitimacy crisis at the heart of American policing. Drawing on interviews with officers, offenders, practitioners and community members, this book explores policing changes in the 'post-Ferguson' era and informs future policing practice. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: PoliceCommunity Relations in Times of Crisis (Paperback)
• Publisher: Bristol University Press
• Publication Date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1529210615
• ISBN 13: 9781529210613
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

The death of Michael Brown at the hands of a white Ferguson police officer has uncovered an apparent legitimacy crisis at the heart of American policing. Some have claimed that de-policing may have led officers to become less proactive.

How exactly has the policing of gangs and violence changed in the post-Ferguson era? This book explores this question, drawing on participant observation field notes and in-depth interviews with officers, offenders, practitioners, and community members in a Southern American state.

As demands for police reform have once again come into focus following George Floyd’s death, this crucial book informs future policing practice to promote effective crime prevention and gain public trust.

About the Authors

Ross Deuchar is Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of the West of Scotland, UK and Affiliate Research Professor within the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Florida Atlantic University, US.

Vaughn J. Crichlow is Associate Professor in the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, and Associate Dean in the College of Social Work and Criminal Justice at Florida Atlantic University.

Seth W. Fallik is Assistant Professor and Undergraduate Program Coordinator in the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice within the College of Social Work and Criminal Justice at Florida Atlantic University.