Aids to Decisionmaking in Police Patrol: An Overview of Study Findings,

Abstract

With increasing demands on limited local government funds, there is a growing need for effective aids to decisionmaking in determining: Proper patrol force strength; Equitable and effective distribution of patrol services by police district and tour of duty; Effective operational policies and tactics for police patrol. The paper summarizes the findings of a five-month study of police patrol conducted as part of a broader study on the allocation and deployment of municipal services. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1971
Accession Number
AD0738054

Entities

People

  • James S. Kakalik
  • Sorrel Wildhorn

Organizations

  • RAND Corporation

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Governments
  • Local Governments

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  • Economics
  • Military Science