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Political Era (1840-1930), Reform Era(1930-1970), Community Oriented Policing Era (1970- Current)
The Political Era The Reform Era The Community Integration Era
Classical era
1930 to 1970.
epoch policeAdded; Community Oriented Policing
reform....
Most areas have relatively good local policing, but budget constraints put a lot of strain on the system.
One characteristic of the reform era of American policing (1930s-1970s) was an emphasis on professionalization through standardized training, hiring criteria, and practices. This era also saw the introduction of community policing strategies that aimed to improve police-community relations and increase accountability. Additionally, there were efforts to modernize police departments by implementing new technologies and organizational structures.
The community era of policing started in 1980 and continues to the present day. The primary function of this era is to continue to control crime while providing a broader range of social services. The police are returning to the community and becoming more involved with the problems of the people. Foot patrol, problem solving, and public relations are a few of the tactics that are used in initiating this process. The overall strategic goal is to improve the quality of life of the citizens.
In 1841 Mary Cecilia Rogers body was discovered in the Hudson River after being missing for 3 days. Police were unwilling to solve this crime until a reward was offered. This was unacceptable to the public and their voices for a reorganization of policing was finally heard. police serving the interests of politicians.
Blacks in the South relied on the Union League to support political and social activities, provide education and literacy programs, and offer protection and representation during the Reconstruction era after the Civil War.
Political Era: Strengths- Helping people out. Weaknesses- Helping Poloticians out. Reform Era: Strenghts- Cars. Weaknesses- Lazier Cops. Community Problem-Solving Era: Strengths- Solving crimes fast. Weaknesses- Not acting in a timely manner.