Case 1-3
Chief Thomas is proud that the crime rates in his city have declined over the past year. Violent, property, and juvenile crimes have decreased. The community feels safer and the city commission wants to authorize more money to go into the crime-fighting measures of the police department.
-Chief Thomas believes the reduced crime rates are because the department is utilizing a more rigorous enforcement of minor offenses such as drunkenness and public disorder. What is this practice known as?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Proactive policing involves strategies that prevent crime before it happens, such as enforcing minor offenses to deter more serious crimes.

Case 1-3 Chief Thomas Is Proud That the Crime Rates in His