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Terms in this set (30)
Core Operating Strategies The main activities police are involved in the course of their duties
Problem-solving policing strategy whereby a plan is developed and implemented to
combat chronic criminal acts in society
Response Time The duration it takes for police to arrive on scene after a call is placed
to 911
Preventative Patrol making the police presence known, to deter crime and to make officers
available to respond quickly to calls
Discretion the ability of police to exercise choice when in the field. Ex. to write a
ticket or give a warning
Legalistic style of policing enforces the letter of the law
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, Policing Test 2 of 6 2026-03-26
Terms in this set (30)
Core Operating Strategies The main activities police are involved in the course of their duties
Problem-solving policing strategy whereby a plan is developed and implemented to
combat chronic criminal acts in society
Response Time The duration it takes for police to arrive on scene after a call is placed
to 911
Preventative Patrol making the police presence known, to deter crime and to make officers
available to respond quickly to calls
Discretion the ability of police to exercise choice when in the field. Ex. to write a
ticket or give a warning
Legalistic style of policing enforces the letter of the law
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