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Thinking critically : police powers  Cover Image Book Book

Thinking critically : police powers / by Andrea C. Nakaya.

Summary:

The police hold an extremely powerful role in society, but in recent years there has been increased scrutiny of how they use their power. Through a narrative-driven pro/con format supported by relevant facts, quotes, anecdotes, and full-color illustrations this title examines issues related to police powers. Topics include: Is Abuse of Police Power a Problem in the United States? Can the Use of Excessive Force by the Police Be Reduced? Are Racial Issues the Key to Reducing Conflicts Over Police Power? Do US Police Departments Need Reforms?

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781682822692
  • ISBN: 1682822699
  • Physical Description: 80 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
  • Publisher: San Diego, CA : ReferencePoint Press, Inc., 2018.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Do U.S. police abuse their power? -- Are police biased against racial minorities? -- Can technology and training help police officers do their jobs better? -- Should U.S. police departments be reformed?
Subject: Police > United States.
Police administration > United States.
Police misconduct > United States.

Available copies

  • 1 of 1 copy available at SPARK Libraries. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Somerset County Federated Library System. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Meyersdale Public Library.

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  • 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Status Due Date
Meyersdale Public Library YA 363.2 NAKAYA (Text) 30512005384183 MEYM Non-Fiction Available -


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