Define community-oriented policing (COP). Describe the pros and cons of COP. Provide a minimum of two cited examples of COP. Define problem-oriented policing (POP). Describe the pros and cons of POP.

Week 7

Problem-Oriented Policing and Community Oriented Policing

Over the last several decades, police agencies have been working to gain the respect and the cooperation of the communities they serve. There are two main strategies police use: Problem-Oriented Policing and Community Oriented Policing.

Write an 800–1,050-word essay, include the following:

Define community-oriented policing (COP).

Describe the pros and cons of COP.

Provide a minimum of two cited examples of COP.

Define problem-oriented policing (POP).

Describe the pros and cons of POP.

Provide a minimum of two cited examples of POP.

Identify some of the challenges that police departments may face when attempting to implement COP and POP.

In your opinion, which would be more cost-effective and why?

Format your work consistent with APA guidelines and include a title and reference page. Cite a minimum of three reliable sources within the body of your paper using in-text citations where appropriate.