In the wake of recent high-profile events, police departments and the communities they serve are facing many complex challenges. There are currently many options on the table for meeting the evolving expectations of our citizens; however, behavioral prescriptions, revised legal mandates, and technological applications each have limited ability to affect the law enforcement culture in meaningful ways.
Brian Henry discusses collaborative policing and the role of a community police officer. Community policing is about engaging the community and building relationships.
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