Thoroughly researched, this book comprehensively covers the field of police administration and provides a carefully balanced treatment of its procedural, structural, and behavioral aspects. The author's accessible writing style and consistent organization helps readers make the transition from broader concepts to practical, specific issues. It contains up-to-date material on politics and police administration, communication, human resource management, stress, and community policing. For law enforcement personnel and other individuals interested in police administration, management, and supervision.