Police Administration
/ˈpoʊlɪs ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The management and organizational processes of law enforcement agencies tasked with maintaining public order and safety.
Effective police administration is crucial for ensuring accountability and efficient crime prevention.
Forms
- police administration
- police administrations
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Commentary
Police administration focuses on the bureaucratic and managerial aspects of policing rather than tactical fieldwork.
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