POLICING IN THE U.S.: PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE, First Edition, takes a contemporary look at policing and community engagement. Unlike traditional policing texts, this book examines policing from a holistic, modern perspective and addresses issues such as procedural justice, race, ethnicity, gender and culture not only in the community, but in policing as well. With an emphasis on social justice and a balanced approach to police-community relations, this is the perfect introduction to modern policing, giving you a true, broad view of the intricacies of this complex field. The text's 14 well-organized chapters explore the history of policing through contemporary issues, with real-life examples to help you understand the nuances of policing and the lived experience of those being policed. Drawing on a vast wealth of knowledge, understanding and experience in criminal justice and policing, the authors infuse the text with a compelling and effective mix of practitioner grittiness and critical academic insights.