Question 1

During Compstat meetings,interdiction efforts are frequently described as having begun with

Accepted Answer

Interdiction efforts are usually started with a simple patrol stop of a vehicle. This helps officers to identify suspicious behavior, apprehend individuals who may be involved in criminal activity, and seize illegal drugs, weapons, or other contraband.

Question 2

The fact that proactive patrol is a critical component of crime interdiction efforts implies primarily that

Accepted Answer

Proactive patrol involves officers actively seeking out and deterring criminal activity rather than just responding to calls for service. Allocating discretionary time to patrol officers to engage in proactive measures can help prevent crime before it occurs, making it a critical component of crime interdiction efforts. While training and tactical units may also be important, they are not specifically necessary for the implementation of proactive patrol. Evaluations based solely on interdiction efforts could lead to unintended consequences, such as officers prioritizing high-visibility interdiction activities over other important duties. Therefore, allocating discretionary time is the best option.

Question 3

Agencies that have implemented the use of temporary assignment of patrol officers to tactical response have found that

Accepted Answer

Motivation in officers temporarily assigned to tactical response can compensate for their lack of experience in specialized roles, as their eagerness to learn and perform can drive them to quickly adapt and effectively contribute to the team.

Question 4

Agency sponsorship of a school liaison/school security program is an illustration of

Accepted Answer

The agency sponsorship of a school liaison/school security program is an example of community-oriented policing because it involves the police partnering with schools and the community to address specific issues related to school safety and security. Community-oriented policing emphasizes collaboration and problem-solving between law enforcement and the community to address issues and prevent crime.

Question 5

One of the most important,if unglamorous,roles of a responsive police department is

Accepted Answer

The simple reassurance that "we are here" is important because it helps to create a sense of safety and security within the community. This can be particularly important during times of crisis or when there is a perceived increase in crime. While seeking citizen input, sponsoring community engagement endeavors, and maintaining an open mind are also important roles for a responsive police department, none are as fundamental as providing reassurance to the community.

Question 6

Agency sponsorship of a ministerial alliance is an example of

Accepted Answer

Community-oriented policing focuses on building relationships and partnerships with community groups and organizations, such as ministers and their alliances. Agency sponsorship of a ministerial alliance demonstrates a commitment to working with the community to address issues and improve public safety.

Question 7

Retired Chicago Police Superintendent Philip J.Cline asserted that the success of the agency's aggressive tactics to reduce homicides required

Accepted Answer

Philip J. Cline emphasized the importance of positive relationships with the minority community as a key factor in the success of the agency's aggressive tactics to reduce homicides.

Question 8

Research conducted in forty-one South Carolina neighborhoods demonstrated the importance of

Accepted Answer

The research conducted in South Carolina neighborhoods demonstrated that police visibility in neighborhoods was important for maintaining safety and reducing crime. While citizen advisory groups, geographically focused orientation, and school programs may also have a positive impact on neighborhood safety, the research specifically highlighted police visibility as a key factor.

Question 9

The primary issue expressed by Fort Worth,Texas,citizens during the course of an operations analysis of the agency was the lack of

Accepted Answer

The citizens expressed their concern about the lack of police visibility in their neighborhoods. This indicates that they are not satisfied with the current level of patrolling and feel unsafe. While having citizen advisory groups, a police academy, and school programs are all important, the primary issue expressed by the citizens is the lack of police visibility.

Question 10

If there are no resources available to assign to interdiction of a crime pattern,then an agency should

Accepted Answer

Abandoning crime reduction as a goal is not a viable option for an agency.

Question 11

A survey of over 1,300 South Carolina residents indicated that citizens will be reasonably satisfied if

Accepted Answer

The survey results indicate that South Carolina residents prioritize the visibility and effort of the police, rather than specific reductions in crime types. Therefore, the best choice would be D, as residents will be reasonably satisfied if they see the police "out there trying."

Question 12

Agencies that have implemented the use of temporary assignment of patrol officers to tactical response find that it

Accepted Answer

Agencies that have implemented the use of temporary assignment of patrol officers to tactical response find that it "works well."

Question 13

Typically,the redeployment of resources for an emerging crime pattern should occur

Accepted Answer

The redeployment of resources for an emerging crime pattern should occur immediately to prevent further criminal activity and ensure public safety. Delaying the redeployment could result in the continuation of criminal activity and more harm to individuals and communities.

Question 14

Structured crime intervention strategies are clearly most effective if

Accepted Answer

Structured crime intervention strategies require multiple layers of discretionary resources such as community policing, problem-oriented policing, and intelligence-led policing to effectively address the root causes of crime. Tactical and reactive patrol units, as well as zero tolerance policies may be a part of these strategies, but they alone are not sufficient to address the complex nature of structured crimes.

Question 15

Within agencies focusing on enforcement-oriented crime control,community policing specialists become

Accepted Answer

Community policing specialists become fully engaged within agencies focusing on enforcement-oriented crime control, as their role involves building strong community relationships to enhance the effectiveness of law enforcement efforts.

Question 16

It is ironic that the "saving grace" of community policing may yet turn out to be

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The answer of It is ironic that the "saving grace"...

Question 17

During what might be termed "emergency standby status," patrol units should be engaged in

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The answer of During what might be termed "emergency standby...

Question 18

The need for specialist enforcement units to keep generalist patrol informed of their activities includes the principle that

Accepted Answer

Crime control requires a coordinated effort between various law enforcement units, including specialists and generalists. Sharing information and collaborating is essential for identifying and apprehending criminals effectively.

Question 19

A new policing role emerging from the reorientation of community policing specialists in Compstat environments is described by the term

Accepted Answer

In Compstat environments, community policing specialists are often reoriented to focus on data-driven strategies and proactive problem-solving, leading to roles like "investigators without caseloads," who focus on identifying and addressing issues rather than managing individual cases.

Question 20

Eleven studies spanning the time period 1966 to 1998 found that,on average,the percent of patrol "downtime" was

Accepted Answer

The studies found that, on average, patrol officers spent 75 percent of their time on "downtime," which refers to periods when they are not actively responding to calls or engaging in proactive policing activities.

Quiz 13: Deployment for Crime Control