Chapter 3- Police Goals And Systems

Question 1

The mission of the ________________ is to reduce crime and the fear of crime by working with all citizens to preserve life, maintain human rights, protect property and promote individual responsibility and community commitment.

Answer 1

The Portland police bureau

Question 2

The mission of the _____________ is to enhance the quality of life in the City of ______by working cooperatively with the public and within the framework of the U.S. Constitution to enforce the laws, preserve the peace, reduce fear and provide for a safe environment.

Answer 2

the Houston Police Department

Question 3

We, the members of the _______________, are committed to providing high quality police services that are accessible to all members of the community. We believe in the dignity of all people and respect individual and constitutional rights in fulfilling this mission.

Answer 3

Madison Police Department

Question 4

Police goals

Answer 4

Protect life
Protect property
Maintain order

Question 5

Police objectives

Answer 5

• prevent and control conduct threatening to life and property
• aid individuals in danger of physical harm
• protect constitutional guarantees
• facilitate the movement of people and vehicles
• assist those who cannot care for themselves
• resolve conflict
• identify problems that have the potential to become more serious
• create and maintain a feeling of security in the community

Question 6

Values

Answer 6

Efficiency
•Legality
•Equity
•Accountability

Question 7

Systems

Answer 7

Systems & subsystems
•Closed systems vs. open systems
•Interdependence
•Feedback

Question 8

Input  Process  Output

Answer 8

Open – loop system

Question 9

Input  Process  Output

Feedback

Answer 9

Closed – loop system