community DB 3

4-6 paragraphs

Police officials who have decided to adopt the community policing philosophy need to first understand both community-oriented policing (COP) and problem-oriented policing (POP) programs. Once a particular program has been accepted by all organizational members, there is the need to properly plan for a COP or POP program. The planning process requires various steps or phases that include the following:

• Time for consideration of how to prepare the project or program
• When to initiate the program or project (the actual full implementation)
• A preliminary evaluation of the program or project’s milestones
• What follow-up and assessments of the program or project should be conducted

Other planning considerations could include any unforeseen obstacles and problems that could stall the implementation of the program or project.

Assignment Guidelines

• In 4–6 paragraphs, address the following:
  • In your own words, what is the difference between community-oriented policing (COP) and problem-oriented policing (POP)? Explain in detail.
  • What do you think are the most essential components necessary for implementing a COP program or project? Explain.
    • What about a POP program or project? Explain.
  • What are the most desirable outcomes of implementing a COP or POP program? Explain.
  • What do you think are the greatest challenges to implementing a COP or POP program? Explain.