Problem Oriented Policing Flashcards
What mental process is at the core of problem oriented policing (POP)?
Problem-solving
What is problem oriented policing (POP)?
- Sharing responsibility for community problems.
- Comprehensive framework for improving the police’s capacity to perform its mission.
- Focuses one-by-one, on specific problems of crime and disorder to identify and alter the particular factors giving rise to each problem.
What is the SARA process model?
- Scanning
- Analysis
- Response
- Assessment
In the SARA process model, what does Scanning mean?
- Identifying and prioritizing problems.
In the SARA process model, what does Analysis mean?
- Develop an understanding of the dynamics of the problem
- Develop an understanding of the limits of current
responses. - Establish correlation, and develop an understanding of cause and effect.
- Determining the “why” to a problem.
In the SARA process model, what does Response mean?
- Developing and implementing effective responses to the problem.
In the SARA process model, what does Assessment entail?
- Evaluating the success of the response.
The SARA process model ensures that…
Solutions are not adopted before
an analysis of the problem has been conducted.
Problem-Oriented Policing (POP) emphasizes what?
Officers’ intellectual and analytical skills.
Community Policing emphasizes what?
Officers’ interpersonal skills.
What is the definition of a problem?
Something that concerns or causes harm to citizens, NOT just the police.
What is the number 1 public value when it comes to crime?
Simply making sure it doesn’t happen.
What are the two key elements to Problem Oriented Policing (POP)?
- Defining problems
- Analyzing problems
True or False: Harm is just physical.
False. Harm can be physical, emotional, psychological, financial, etc.
Describe reactive policing.
- Emphasis on solving crimes.
- Police respond to citizen calls for assistance.
