Strategic Defense Initiative & The Cold War
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12 pages in length. The extent to which the Strategic Defense Initiative had a role in the negotiations between President Ronald Reagan and Soviet Union Premier Mikhail Gorbachev is great and far-reaching. Attempting to regain world peace by averting the power struggles between the United States and Russia, it was imperative that Reagan establish a significant means by which to ease the political tension. Indeed, the Strategic Defense Initiative - or Star Wars, as it was also known - took great strides as a high-tech astro-shield against nuclear-tipped ballistic missiles that originated from the Soviet Union. It was directly because of Reagan's considerable show of power that Gorbachev reconsidered his nation's political stance toward the United States. The writer discusses how the Strategic Defense Initiative was instrumental in Cold War negotiations between Reagan and Gorbachev. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: Stratdef.wps

The Cold War: Origins and Early Development
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a 5 page paper that discusses some of the origins and the early development of the Cold War as they relate to many of the nations involved, not just the former Soviet Union and the United States. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAallies.wps

The Role of US & Soviet Perception in the Cold War
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An 8 page research paper that examines the different perceptions of the US and the former Soviet Union and how these influenced the foreign policy decisions that created the Cold War. The writer discusses the various theories that have been formulated by various historians as well as looking at specific instances. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Percold.wps

Domestic Violence Among Members Of The Police Force
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A 10 page research paper that studies how the relationship between police officers is a deterrent to the prevention of domestic violence among police officers, the current and potential legal ramifications to police agencies, program recommendations, and specific programs now being implemented by police departments. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Copabusr.wps

Effects of Police Stress
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A 9 page research paper on the negative effects that stress has on police work. The roles of police cynicism, poor community relations, and job dissatisfaction are among the many factors discussed. The writer points to some of the adverse health effects and possible dangers (including suicide) that can result from excess stress in this unique working environment. Programs to curtail stress are discussed. Bibliography lists 20+ sources.
Filename: Policesr.wps

Effects of Stress on Police Dispatchers
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9 pages describing the unique stresses faced by police dispatchers and how they lead to job burnout and high turnover rates. The importance of workplace empathy, communications, and team support are emphasized. Recommendations on how police managers can create an environment with less stress. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Policedi.wps

Eustress & The Police Officer
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This 3 page paper addresses the subject of good stress on police officers. Clarification of eustress and distress according to Selye's model is noted. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Eustress.wps

Psychological Outlook of Job Related Stress in Police Work
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In 12 pages, the author discusses the psychological outlook of stress that police officers have on the job. Free Sample Roman Numeral Sentence Outline is included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PCpojs.doc

Stress In Policing
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7 pages in whch the writer discusses stress in police, how it impacts police officers, and coping mechanisms. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Polstres.wps

The Effects of Stress on Police Officers
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In 5 pages, the author discusses the effects of stress on police officers including alcoholism, domestic violence, suicide and death during duty. Bibliography includes 7 sources.
Filename: PCespo.doc

Street Crime Investigation: aka "Yo McGruff!"
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This 7 page paper examines the process of street crime investigation in a new light. Modern technology augments setting, surveillance, eye witness, evidence, interrogation, and court room drama techniques. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BBcrime.doc.

Mandatory Minimum Drug Sentences In California
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15 pages in length. California has been considered a leader in the fight for drug control. With its 'three strike and you're out' program, the west coast state has demonstrated its firm stance on the issue of illegal drugs. However, the writer discusses that at the helm of this controversial topic is the mandate of minimum drug sentencing for what some consider to be insignificant usage; as such, people caught with what would have one time been considered a negligible amount of cocaine are now – under new and forceful laws – looking at a mandatory minimal jail sentence. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: TLCCaldr.wps

Introduction To Security
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40 pages in length. In recent years, an increasing focus on crime has resulted in an increasing focus in both business and home security. The focus of Congress on the $30 billion crime bill in 1994 and 1995 led to a shift in the perception of American security. As a result, the security and security management industries have struggled to continue to meet the existing needs of their customer base while addressing new segments of the population requiring security assistance. The writer of this paper includes topics like the home security industry, business security, security management and even focuses on changing technologies and security. Bibliography lists more than two dozen sources.
Filename: Introsec.wps

Private Security And The Law
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12 pages in length. The writer discusses the world of private security. Specifically analyzed is the growing popularity of private security forces, the availability of jobs, and the 'line' that exists between security work and actual law enforcement. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Privsec.wps

The Pros & Cons of Private Security
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In 5 pages the author discusses the pros and cons of private security while making the recommendation of when it is necessary to hire private contractual security officers. It is posited that private security, even with all of its problems, is the way of the future. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Privsec2.wps

Abuse Of Authority? A Debate In Political Philosophy
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History has a way of repeating itself and it is by understanding the processes of debate within the context of the social paradigm of the past that the future may be better understood. This 7 page paper asserts that by exploring the views of such political philosophers as Jean Jacque Rosseau, Thomas Hobbes and John Locke, the student can come to a broader understanding of modern events, such as the murder of Amadou Diallo by New York Police officers. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: KTamadia.wps

Example / Search & Seizure Scenario Analyzed
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A 4 page paper analyzing a drug search scenario to determine whether evidence gathered should be legally suppressed. The writer details the facts and the law attached to each issue. No bibliography.
Filename: Search2.wps

Illegal Searches & Seizures
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6 pages. With major U.S. cities not far from the Mexican border, the State of California finds itself in a unique geographic position for illegal smuggling. Consequently, police officers are often tempted to search vehicles traveling local highways without probable cause. Various legal cases are cited and it is argued that the Courts must serve a 'greater good' and work to stop illegal searches. Several ideas to stop the problem are presented including harsher penalties for police officers who conduct searches illegally and the requirement that vehicle operators sign consent forms prior to the commencement of any search. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Policesc.wps

Legal Precedent For The Suppression Of Evidence
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A 12 page analysis of a case against two cocaine dealers in which the writer presents a defense via suppression of evidence rules as a rersult of illegal search and seizure processes that occurred. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Druglaw.wps

Search & Seizure
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A 9 page paper that discusses the debate between protecting society and avoiding police harassment as it relates to the search and seizure issue. The writer argues that the only answer resides in interdependence of the separate 'agencies' (community and police) with each other. The paper explores the issue based on a history of the use of search and seizure, the making of the exclusionary law and the 1995 loosening of that law, and how police and individuals can solve the issue through community involvement. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Searsiez.wps

Police Brutality
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In 5 pages, the author argues that people generally form their opinions from the media about police brutality. The well-known example of the Rodney King incident is used to show that the media is biased in their portrayal of the police. The media left out footage of the tape that was both important and necessary in showing what King did before the police beat him. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PCpolbru.doc

Police Brutality
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Twelve sources are reviewed in this 11 page paper. In compiling literature on the topic, several variables seem relevant in a discussion on police corruption and brutality. These are loyalty, cynicism, contributory factors of 'police culture' as well as the handling of complaints by officials. Recommendations are made in several of the articles.
Filename: Polbrut.rtf

Police Brutality: The Reality of Necessary Force
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This 5 page paper considers the issue of police brutality, the use of necessary force, and the claims made within the minority population that police officers use excessive force when dealing with the criminal behaviors of some minorities. This paper also considers the impacts of police brutality in light of issues like the Rodney King beating for public policy decision-making. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: MHpolbru.wps

Police Psychology And Violence Against Minorities
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Using the historic case of the Rodney King beatings as an example, this 3 page essay attempts to shed some light on police racism and the intrinsic reasons for their hostile actions. In turn, the writer also explains the resulting reasons for minority distrust of police in general. No Bibliography.
Filename: Rodneyki.wps

Police Use Of Deadly Force
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A 5 page paper that discusses how contitutional laws, case law, training and internal programs all determine how and when deadly force should be used. It also discusses other influences on deadly force, such as psychological implications, investigations, public opinion, and general ostracism of those who resort to deadly force, including ostracism by fellow police officers and non-support of superior officers. Bibliography lists approximately 9 sources.
Filename: Deadlyf.wps

Police Use of Excessive Force
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An excellent 10 page paper on Police Use of Excessive Force. The writer analyzes how different police departments act towards this problem and how lightly officers are punished -- even when known to have repeatedly used excessive force. The legal definition of Excess Force is provided and analyzed. An illustrative pie chart included demonstrating the outcome of citizen complaints in Los Angeles, California is provided (research is cited). Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Excessfo.rtf

The Rodney King Incident
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In 10 pages the author discusses the Rodney King Incident. The facts of the case are described. Discussions are made of the police actions and what could have been done to make the situation better through new policies in police departments and courts. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Rodking.wps

Police & Community / Crime Prevention In The Inner-City
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A 6 page proposal to incorporate the efforts of citizens and police to fight crime in a Northeastern drug-infested city. Anti-parole programs, stricter truancy policies, cooperation with homelessness assistance agencies, etc; are among the many ideas explained. The emphasis in this paper is that making arrests is not nearly as important as preventing crime from ever happening. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Policrec.wps

Police Corruption and the Mafia
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A 5 page paper that looks at the impact of Mafia involvement on urban police forces and the corruption inherent in their interdependent relationship. A number of examples are utilized to demonstrate the impact of corruption, including the shooting death of Officer Venditti in New York, a presumed mob hit.
Filename: Polimafi.wps

Relationship Between Law Enforcement and Code Enforcement
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5 pages in length. Author discusses the relationship between law enforcement and code enforcement paying particular attention to the statutes in Florida. Bibliography included.
Filename: Codelaw.wps

The Economics Of Law Enforcement
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A 9 page research paper that examines the way in which economics impacts law enforcement. The writer explores some ways where economic factors can be improved through more efficient police management techniques demonstrating that economics is an inherent factor in law enforcement no matter what viewpoint is taken. The two are intrinsically tied. For instance, there is the actual cost running the nation's police departments. These costs include such considerations as the budgets for salaries, equipment, maintenance, etc. The other side of that coin is the cost to society in regards to the crimes themselves. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Econlawf.wps

High Speed Police Chases Must Be Allowed
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This 5 page essay looks at the importance of allowing law enforcement to pursue criminals under virtually any circumstances, even if the situation could 'potentially' endanger public safety. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Chasmust.wps

High Speed Pursuits / Legal Issues
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A 14 page close review of several civil liability and immunity cases concerning police officers involved in high speed pursuits. Main cases considered include County of Sacramento v. Lewis, Travis v. City of Mesquite, City of Lancaster v. Chambers, Wadewitz v. Montgomery, and Seekamp v. Michaud. The writer posits that findings in these cases do not grant immunity, but do make police officers liable for court costs and damages in civil actions. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Cnvehpur.wps

Police and The Impact(s) Of High Speed Chases
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A 4 page paper that describes the physiological and psychological impacts of high speed chases on the reactions of police officers. The writer contends that the physiological processes definitively impact the outcomes of these situations and should be considered when understanding the reactions of police. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Chases.wps

N.Y.P.D. and the Mapp-Miranda Paradigm
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A 6 page paper that provides and overview of how the Mapp and Miranda cases affected law enforcement by NYPD, and references a NY case that helped to reduce the affect of the exclusionary rule (Mapp). The paper provides a detailed history of Mapp and Miranda and the affects those cases had on determing the acts of law enforcement over the last thirty years, including the forming of policies which included physical and mental coercion. These rules are seen in deference to NYPD as restrictions in law enforcement, and responsible for the need for coercive tactics. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Nypdmapp.wps

The Effects of the Exclusionary Rule on Criminal Prosecutions
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An 8 page paper in which the writer examines the history of the 'exclusionary rule' in relationship to criminal prosecutions as well as looking at its applicability to probation and parole jurisdictions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BBexclusRule.wps

Can Police Ethics be Taught?
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A 35 page overview of the issue of police ethics and how these ethics relate to the philosophies of Immanuel Kant and John Stuart Mill. Includes a discussion on the ancient Greek philosophers, particularly Plato and Pythagoras as well as current information of the importance of establishing appropriate ethical codes in police departments across the nation. Bibliography lists 42 sources.
Filename: Policeth.wps

Management of Police Ethics
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A 5 page research paper that examines the applicability of the 12 elements to establish a best-practices ethics program that was developed by Frank Navran to the management of police ethics. It briefly looks at the stresses inherent in the job of law enforcement that show comparability with Navron's concept of 'pressure to perform'. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Polman.wps

Issues in Police Effectiveness
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An 11 page research paper on police effectiveness in terms of two examples, domestic violence and community policing . The writer details the changes in each area, with statistics and responses. Pros and cons to each approach are discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Effecpol.wps

Burglars On the Job / A Review of the Book by Wright and Decker
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A 7 page review of the hypothesis, methodology, and recommendations of 'Burglars on the Job: Street Life and Residential Break-Ins' Richard T. Wright and Scott H. Decker. Includes recommendations for additional research. Bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: Breakin.wps

Citizens vs. Law Enforcement
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A well-written 9 page research paper demonstrating that minority communities are generally dissatisfied with their local police... The writer attempts to analyze factors (social class, economics, etc;) that cause people to view the police in different ways. It is discovered that police and citizens are more likely to find themselves as adversaries in high crime neighborhoods. Bibliography lists 12+ scholarly sources.
Filename: Minocri3.wps

Community Policing
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In 5 pages the author discusses the issue of community policing, which is also referred to as COP. 'Community policing is a viable option as long as all divisions and individuals are well informed and integrated into the philosophy of the COP process, and a department-wide strategy for the implementation of COP is developed. Community policing yields long-term solutions to many problems.' Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Cpissues.wps

Community Policing
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Approximately 8 pages in length. Report discusses community policing- Provides information about its positive aspects as well as its criticism. Specific cases from the 1990's included in discussion (Details programs in Philadelphia, New York, Boston etc;). Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Commpoli.wps

Community Policing / An Argument For Implementation
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This 6 page paper provides an argument for the implementation of community policing. The broken window theory is included as a reason for utilizing preventative measures to fight crime. Included in the discussion is the concept of the beat cop and how the premise has changed over time. Suggestions for incorporating crime prevention into communities is the focus of the paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Compolic.wps

Community Policing / Modern History & Progress
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This 7 page paper covers the history of community policing efforts and the COPS grant program set up under the 1994 Crime Act. Including an extensive report on the implementation and progress of the COPS program, the paper also points out the extensive programs of towns and cities which arose without the benefit of Federal grants. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Compn.wps