SOCI 2310 Lecture Notes - Lecture 9: Types Of Abortion Restrictions In The United States, Selective Enforcement, Segway Pt
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Cops can"t cut you a deal, their words are meaningless. The only people who can cut you a deal is the lead prosecutor, and it has to be in writing. <10% get more than 1 day of investigative time. Police pose as criminals to trap law violators. Majority of cases solved at scene by patrol officers. Focus on causes of crime to identify suspects. As much of an art as it is a science. Most get 4 hours over 3 days of time max. Designed to bring police and community closer together. Designed to create a more cooperative working environment between police and. Similar to dare and drug use among adolescents. Stresses proactive problem solving, not reactive crime fighting, long term community concerns. Encourages officers to spend more time during calls to identify the underlying problems. Growing use of special units evidence>much urban crime>hot spots. Appears to be effective, but may displace crime that may return when forces are withdrawn.
