4.180 COMMUNITY POLICING AND THE SARA METHOD Flashcards
(17 cards)
What is the primary focus of traditional law enforcement?
Emergency response rather than the solution to, or prevention of, underlying problems.
What does the acronym SARA stand for?
Scanning, Analysis, Response, and Assessment.
What is the purpose of the SARA problem-solving model?
To implement and facilitate the problem-solving process.
What are the four steps of the SARA model?
- Scanning
- Analysis
- Response
- Assessment
What role do Community Oriented Policing (COP) officers play?
Formulate strategies and promote the use of traditional and non-traditional resources in problem-solving efforts.
How does the department approach problem-solving?
Through a systematic team approach using the SARA problem-solving model.
What types of problems may officers address?
- Crime problems
- Quality of life problems
What is the first step an officer takes in the SARA process?
Completing an LVMPD 241, Community Policing Service Request.
What forms are used to document problems?
- LVMPD 239 (Project Worksheet Long Form)
- LVMPD 240 (for small problems or ongoing issues)
What are the goals of planned systematic responses?
- Eliminate the problem
- Reduce the number of incidents
- Reduce the seriousness of incidents
- Design better handling methods
- Remove the problem from police consideration
What do COP officers do to assist in problem-solving?
Contact individuals and agencies outside the department.
What is the purpose of the LVMPD 242?
To identify all problem-solving efforts and recognize recurring problems.
What is the significance of proactive problem-solving in policing?
It can negate the need for calls for service that drain personnel resources.
True or False: Community policing is solely focused on crime prevention.
False
Fill in the blank: The department uses ___________ to address crime and quality of life issues.
community policing
What do area command crime prevention specialists assist with?
Strategies to prevent the recurrence of problems.
What is the role of officers in the problem-solving process?
Initiates actions to solve problems requiring time and resources.
