Chapter Questions
List the problems faced by today's police departments that were also present during the early days of policing.
There is concern that history may be repeating itself in policing because of increased reliance on civilian volunteers and privatization. Is this cause for concern?
Distinguish among the duties of the state police, sheriff's departments, and local police departments.
What is the Department of Homeland Security? What are its component law enforcement agencies?
Private police outnumber public police three to one. Is this beneficial or harmful?
What are some of the technological advances that should help the police solve more crimes? What are the dangers of these advances?