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1 Module Two Assignment Stephanie J. Boling Southern New Hampshire University CJ-205-Q3960 Policing in the United States Instructor James Sartell January 21 st , 2024
2 Module Two Assignment Watchman Style Situation The watchman style of policing is “primarily concerned with order maintenance – maintaining order and controlling illegal and disruptive behavior” (Dempsey et al., 2019). This style is normally found in working-class communities. An example of this style could be patrolling a high crime area to help prevent further crime. In a scenario with disturbances, police enforcers can emphasize surveillance and intervention. This style is utilized in an attempt to keep the peace within the community. Culture Based on Watchman Style Culture has changed policing practices tremendously and continues to change. This agency values maintaining the peace rather than punishment. Depending on the crime, this form can be viewed as good or a bad thing in a community depending on the scenario. In a political stance, this agency could be aligned with community values versus an adhering to the law strictly. Legalistic-Style Situation The legalistic style of policing “enforces the letter of the law strictly by issuing many citations and making many misdemeanor arrests. Police proceed vigorously against illegal enterprises. This style of enforcement occurs in reform administrations’ government styles” (Dempsey et al., 2019). An example of this style could be giving a ticket to someone going 5 miles over the speed limit; the officer is upholding and enforcing the law. This could help reduce reckless driving. Culture Based on Legalistic Style
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