Understanding Crime Prevention
- 2nd Edition - April 12, 2001
- Latest edition
- Authors: George Richards, 0 NCPI
- Language: English
Understanding Crime Prevention, Second Edition is a revamping of a popular classic written by NCPI, the primary training school for crime prevention officers in the country. It is… Read more
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Understanding Crime Prevention, Second Edition is a revamping of a popular classic written by NCPI, the primary training school for crime prevention officers in the country. It is a basic introduction to the concepts of crime prevention and security techniques and equipment which aid the crime prevention effort. The fundamental material has been updated with current and contemporary examples.
- Includes glossary of crime prevention terms
- Includes an instructor's manual
- Practical, basic and comprehensive introduction to security and loss procedures
Security professionals and directors, and students of law enforcement and criminal justice courses
Introduction to Crime Prevention *The Evolution of Crime Prevention *Roles in Crime Prevention *Designing Risk Management Systems *Security Devices and Procedures *Applying Environmental Design Concepts *Developing Citizen Participation *Planning the Community Program *Managing the Community Program *Evaluating Impact *The Potential of Crime Prevention
"Few security books qualify as great. This is one of them. It is a stimulating study of crime prevention brewed by the foremost experts in the field. The book masterfully counterpoints theory and substance, concept and reality, strategy and execution. The references read like a Who's Who in crime prevention and environmental design. This is an excellent publication that should be required reading for anyone involved in crime prevention."—Security Management
- Edition: 2
- Latest edition
- Published: April 12, 2001
- Language: English
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Affiliations and expertise
School of Justice Administration, College of Urban and Public Affairs, University of Louisville, KY, USA