When Reactive Policing Was Introduced, It Was Viewed by Police

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Essay

When reactive policing was introduced, it was viewed by police administrators as an improvement in policing that would be embraced by the public. However, within a decade or so, criticisms of this model of policing began to appear. Describe these criticisms.
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Definitions:

Behavioral-Based

Approaches or strategies focused on understanding and influencing human behavior through observation and data.

Result-Based

An approach that focuses on achieving specific outcomes or results rather than the process used to achieve them.

Trait-Based

An approach focusing on specific, identifiable qualities or characteristics that can predict behavior and performance.

Focal-Point Review

A performance appraisal method focusing on critical accountability and major achievements over a specified period, rather than routine duties.