NCJ Number
165417
Date Published
1995
Length
56 pages
Annotation
The efforts by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police to establish community policing were assessed in terms of the extent to which the basic principles adopted in 1989 are implemented at the service delivery level and to identify the barriers to implementing these basic principles.
Abstract
The nine principles of community policing used in this review included partnership with the community, a balanced approach to policing, problem-oriented strategies, interagency cooperation, reducing the fear of crime, a generalist constable role, empowerment, a changed organizational structure, and accountability to the community. The analysis revealed that many excellent initiatives exist and much progress has been made. However, too many police personnel do not understand or support the philosophy of community policing. Therefore, the principles have not been implemented in a complete and sustained way. The barriers exist in four areas: philosophy, structure, strategy, and culture. Recommended changes include increased positions and funding for the Community Policing Branch, the establishment of divisional teams to aid the implementation of the principles, and the development of a community policing education package to deliver to all employees and selected community representatives. Additional recommendations, figures, and appended examples of best practices and list of information sources