NCJ Number
100961
Date Published
1986
Length
348 pages
Annotation
This volume presents brief descriptions of more than 160 nations and territories of the world in terms of general demographics, history, culture, government, and current policing organization.
Abstract
The profile of each police system describes its size, structure, and responsibilities of the major components. The descriptions also cover the types of equipment and training used. An introduction explains the concept of policing and the basic characteristics of a police organization. Maps of each country are provided.