Police Field Operations

by Thomas Francis Adams

The authoritative text in police field operations. The result of over two years of revisions, Police Field Operations , Eight Edition brings this essential text up to date with the most recent developments in police practices and procedures. For years, Adams has served as the textbook standard for police departments and academies and academic programs across the country. Written from the perspective of a working police officer, the text presents the real-life scenarios an officer is likely to encounter while on-duty. It focuses on community policing, details how and why certain procedures are used, and provides instructional techniques from leading police academies.

432 pages, Hardcover

First published February 1, 1990

Reviews

[Christina · Rating 2 out of 5]

Only read it for a promotional exam.

[Sam Randall · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting to read what every police officer needs to study before going on the streets. Definitely more inclusive and liberal than I expected it would be. Some officers certainly need to take a second look at this text though...