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Depolicing—the withdrawal from proactive law enforcement by officers on the line—has become an increasing concern within both police departments and the communities that they serve. Willard Oliver, a former policeman himself, draws on extensive interviews with officers in a variety of jurisdictions to explore how prevalent depolicing has become, why officers engage in it, and what can be done to minimize it. With officer behavior under more and more intense scrutiny, Depolicing is a uniquely important contribution to ongoing debates

"The purpose of this book is to present a framework for understanding the police role in homeland security. The book intends to present a fuller understanding of how the concept of Homeland Security developed, what it means for the police, and where within the scope of a national Homeland Security framework the police fit. This book is intended to present the reader with a more holistic understanding of policing for homeland security, what role the police will play in this new era, and the strategic, operational, and tactical considerations necessary to implement this new philosophy of policing"--

Containing more than 450 entries, this easy-to-read encyclopedia provides concise information about the history of and recent trends in drug use and drug abuse in the United States--a societal problem with an estimated cost of $559 billion a year." Contains more than 450 detailed entries on topics ranging from drugs themselves--such as alcohol, codeine, heroin, marijuana, and methamphetamines--to key individuals like Harry Anslinger to organizations such as the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)" Covers the latest developments in U.S. policies and public attitudes toward drugs and drug use" Provides citations with each entry to guide users to other valuable research resources" Features carefully selected primary documents--including excerpts from important laws, policies, and campaigns--that have shaped American drug policy over the decades

The assassinations and attempted assassinations of American presidents were pivotal events that reverberated throughout the nation, even in cases where the murder was botched. The individuals behind each plot are often fascinating studies in obsession and distorted perception of realityÑlike President James Garfield's assassin, who spent an extra dollar on the gun he chose for the act simply because it would look better in a museum display after the event.||For the first time under one cover, this text offers a concise study of every presidential assassination, attempt, and rumor. Each chapte

This book offers an analysis of every American presidential assassination and various attempted assassinations, examining the events surrounding each event and the people involved.

"Suitable for undergraduate students entering the field of Homeland Security and for Criminal Justice students, Introduction to Homeland Security: Policy, Organization, and Administration, Second Edition, is a comprehensive, accessible text designed for students seeking a thorough overview of the policies, administrations, and organizations that fall under Homeland Security"--