Explanation
Policing refers to the organized efforts of law enforcement agencies to prevent crime, maintain public safety, and enforce laws. Beyond crime control, policing also involves community engagement, conflict resolution, and maintaining social order. Models range from traditional reactive policing to proactive strategies like community policing, problem-oriented policing, and predictive policing.
Theoretical Reference
See Urban Crime Prevention for context. Related theories include Broken Windows and Situational Crime Prevention.