NCJ Number
142922
Date Published
1991
Length
168 pages
Annotation
Directed mainly to police managers, police executives, and police personnel involved in investigative operations, this volume uses the findings of police research to explain the principles and practical aspects of managing detective operations, including alternatives to traditional police management techniques.
Abstract
Emphasizing management for results, the text summarizes the major myths and realities surrounding criminal investigations and details the techniques for staffing and selection of detectives, managing the investigative process, distributing caseloads effectively, and measuring effectiveness. The themes of professional conduct and ethics and the need for changes in police management are also emphasized. In addition, the text explains the use of organizational devices such as forms, files, records, and systems. Issues affecting the criminal investigation process are also examined, including leadership, accreditation, corruption, media relations, informants, political influences, legal liability, drug law enforcement, hate crimes, the use of computers, and police use of deadly force. Future issues are also considered. Chapter reference notes and index