Police management stylesJames Wilson, a Harvard University political scientist, identified three police management styles.
Watchman style management focuses on keeping order. Officers ignore minor violations and settle disputes informally by meting out street justice.
Legalistic style management places a premium on handling matters formally, "according to the book." Administrators try to reduce discretion to a minimum and emphasize uniform, impartial arrests for all crimes.
Service style management stresses community service above law enforcement. Instead of arresting all suspects, officers are encouraged to make referrals to social service agencies.
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