Organization is the most important part of any business. In the business of criminal justice, organization is of the highest importance. Every day, hour, and minute must be accounted for, and at the same time all bases must be covered. This brings up a problem when trying to run a precinct that employs a lot of police officers. The Chicago Police Department is the principal law enforcement agency of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States, under the jurisdiction of the Mayor of Chicago. It is the second largest local law enforcement agency in the United States after the New York City Police Department. Chicago’s community policing effort is more extensive and organized than other jurisdictions. The Chicago Police Department has come a long way. It actually came about before Chicago became a city. On August 15 of 1835 a man by the name of Orsemus Morrison was elected as Chicago’s first constable, along with Luther Nichols and John Shrigley. They were a three-man police force that served and protected about 3,200 people. In 1855 there was a major reorganization. Captain Cyrus P. Bradley combined the day and night watches, increased the force by six times the number of officers, divided the City into three police precincts, and introduced a more professional, efficient command staff. Over the years female officers began to join the force, police cars were introduced, as well as police motorcycles and boats, and the first crime laboratory was established. In 1993 the Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy (CAPS) was introduced. Superintendent Rodriguez introduced Chicago's community policing program (CAPS) in five districts. The program was implemented in all police districts in 1994 and serves as a model for several community polic... ... middle of paper ... ...on, identify and prioritize problems, and begin developing solutions to those problems (Robert M. Lombardo). Community policing in Chicago means more than officers going on foot. When it works, officers get to know their beats and the people who live on them, and residents are encouraged to report not only crime problems but also pressing community issues such as abandoned vehicles and neglected children. The police turn the complaints over to the appropriate city departments, and they expect their reports to be answered quickly and efficiently. The people of the city have to work together. Yes, Chicago has a great deal of organization and a good idea, but Chicago is still one of the cities with the highest crime rates. It may be hard because it is a big city, but if everybody would put their efforts together there would be more satisfaction in the city of Chicago.
Chapter 10 was a good read, the role organizational structure plays within an organization of all sizes is very important. The stories and organizational charts used in this chapter was interesting and informative. I like how the author used the organizational structure for U.S. Metropolitan Police Department, Washington D.C. to show readers the importance of organizational structure when it comes to following commands within a major organization that deals with homeland security. Following, September 11, 2011 terrorist attack, homeland security and MPD was forced to make changes in the organizational structural. Because the order of communication between the national security and the police department wasn’t communicated inefficiently between
In 1960, the leg work started on the concept of “Problem Oriented Policing”, today this concept is utilized by a majority of law enforcement agencies across America. Moreover, this philosophy is currently being adopted around the world. Amazingly enough, the first application of this type of philosophy was implemented within the Chicago Police Department in the early 1960’s, which in that time was a very large city with numerous issues within the police
Intuitional theory it’s defined in different ways for instance, “Institutional theory addresses the central question of why all organizations in a field tend to look and act the same (DiMaggio & Powell, 1983).” This definition illustrates how organizations change their response to their institution based on the environment, and can achieve stability in their own. An organization when it comes to surviving tents to turns its focus outwardly in order, to acknowledge their influence constituencies and the value that they represent. Police agencies are ideals samples of an institutional organization, for the reason being that they have to display in their organizational performance and policy’s that they care about citizens concerns.
Smithville's police force wishes to increase "visibility" in town. The hope is that this will decrease crime rate. However, this would mean some significant changes to the operations of the police department. This arguement raises questions about the effectiveness of this new tactic.
Community oriented policing and intelligence-led policing concepts are an integral part of modern day law enforcement. Organizations that have embraced this ideology are on the cutting edge of modernize community policing; furthermore, intelligence-led policing has enabled law enforcement organizations to solve and reduce crime while building positive rapport with the community. In contrast, many law enforcement organizations across the nation are facing harsh public scrutiny essentially because of the lack of police-community relations. More pervasively, misconducts and questionable fatal encounters have tarnished law enforcement reputation across the country as a whole; now, more than ever, there is an urgent need to return to a foundation
According to Bureau of Justice Assistance (1994), "Community policing is, in essence, a collaboration between the police and the community that identifies and solves community problems. With the police no longer the sole guardians of law and order, all members of the community become active allies in the effort to enhance the safety and quality of neighborhoods.” Community policing is evaluated by two means: the community it services and
Community Orientated Policing is widely held as the new and correct style for American policing. For the past decade the community policing movement has been gaining momentum acquiring the support of politicians, scholars, reformers, and the public. Police chiefs around the country are now feeling the pressures of implementation from citizens and local government officials. Many high ranking professional police organization have placed their seal of approval on the new style of policing, including the Police Executive Research forum, the Police Foundation, the International Association of Chiefs of Police, The National Organization Of Black Law Enforcement Executives, And the National Sheriff’s Association. The following U.S. presidents Bill Clinton, George Bush, And Ronald Reagan have all supported community policing, and with the recent passage of the 1994 Crime Act, community policing has received the approval and go ahead from the Federal government (Maguire p368). Due to the involvement of the federal government many American police departments are reporting that they already have or are attempting to implement a community policing program, eventhough a large number of them do not fully understand the implication and obstacles they face with the implementation of the program. Most of the agencies are just inquiring due to the funding. Most of the police organizations applying for the grants do not fully understand the new style, and either intentionally or unintentionally misuse the funds. Community orientated policing is a proactive philosophy that promotes solving problems that are either criminal, affect the quality of life, or increase citizens fear of crime. It involves identifying, analyzing and addressing community problems at their source. Unfortunately, many individuals, both in and outside of policing see community policing as merely putting officers on foot or bike patrol, or by opening mini-stations amongst the community. These approaches misrepresent the true potential of community policing and establish simplistic expectations. (Glensor p14). These simplistic goals, unfortunately, do not allow for the implementer to ready him or herself to be ready for the obstacles they face with the implementation of the program. Vague descriptions of the obstacles they may face consist of officers concern of change, community co...
Police organizations are just one of the large bureaucratic structures in modern America and exist because like all others, it is an impersonal, quick and efficient way to run a large institution. Along with the few benefits of police agencies having a top down structure with rigid rules, there are also many costs including poor communication and poor community relations. The problems of the bureaucratic structure are not the only difficulties agencies have faced throughout history, many of these historical complications such as the quality of officers and corruption have been addressed and dealt with numerous times and in many police commissions. Though historical issues are very relevant, the most important issue facing large, modern police bureaucracies is leadership and supervision and can be addressed in a number of ways. In order to improve police morale, job satisfaction, and a better public image leadership and supervision is in need of some serious refinements.
The objective of this essay is to examine one of the six pillars of the President’s Task Force on 21st century policing. Of the six pillars, pillar four’s target is the importance of community policing and crime reduction. The definition of community policing is the use of partnership and problem-solving methods to address public safety issues, such as crime, fear of crime and social disorders. The highlight of community policing is that it partners with residents in the community to implement public safety. Some background into how community policing came to be was in the 1960s and 70s, civil rights protest were in effect. For example San Diego’s police department conducted a study with community policing. “Officers were expected to become
In larger cities, it is more difficult to contain crimes and keep them at a low level. Constantly performing studies and surveys can show the effectiveness of the department's goals and procedures. The surveys could also ask what the community thinks of the police. It is important to make sure the communities feel safe and protected by their local law enforcement. It is also important to ask them ifthey feel that police officers are doing a good job at apprehending criminals. By doing research
Police agencies have beautiful roles and functions in accomplishing law enforcement for protection and maintenance of peaceful, orderly, and safe society. Police officers are meant to be authoritative figures that can make the people feel safe and protected. The history of policing and establishment of polices departments in America reflect roles of police officers in fulfilling the defined and perceived the public need for law enforcement bodies that will look after keeping the peace and order in the communities. However, the temptations of time and circumstances have been always around and allowed permeation of corruption in police officers.
To conclude, Community policing represents a major development in the history of American law enforcement, but the extent to which this approach is a success and dominates contemporary policing remains a source of debate. In my point of view, community policing is good for communities. It has challenged the traditional concept of the police as crime-fighters by drawing attention to the complexities of the police role and function. In addition to the police officer hard work; citizens can also make a difference and contribute to make neighborhoods a better place to live. For instance, citizens can hold community meetings to talk about concerns and agree on solutions help organize healthy activities for children in your neighborhood, join or starting a neighborhood crime watch program, and talk to your community police officers and share information and concerns.
Williams, E. (2003). Structuring In Community Policing: Institutionalizing Innovative change. Police Practice and Research Vol. 4, No. 2 , 119-129.
In the United States this type of policing was needed because many communities were highly dissatisfied with the police and other concerns the communities had were not being addressed by the police (Braga, & Weisburd, 2006). In 1994 President Clinton created the Violent Crime and Law Enforcement Act, and the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS). COPS defined community policing with having, the “...key three common features: police-community partnerships, a problem-solving approach and organizational decentralization.”.
Police protection is the most significant responsibility of local government, at least in terms of the economic resources it takes to protect its citizens. Keeping citizens safe is the role of the government, whether at the national level or local level. Community policing utilize a proactive approach in developing ongoing relationships with citizens in an effort to engage them in helping fighting crime in their communities. Officers have a presence in the community and organize and attend community meetings to engage the public to serve their needs. This allows for better coordination and conformity when decisions are made. Decisions are made with the best information available and are consistent with rational economic and social awareness.