Some Reflectionss on the Relationship Between the State and Society: Community Policy Concept
Some Reflectionss on the Relationship Between the State and Society: Community Policy Concept

Summary/Abstract: The text deals with a review on the origin of the police role in community. The author of the paper points out that concept of police in the community represents a connection with the old understanding of the police as 'citizens in uniform'. We will point out the elements of police profession that affect the relationship between the police and society. The goal of the text is to show that the concept of police in the community is not a new modern concept of the police role as a representative of the state, but that the origin of the concept is part of the historical role of the police, which arose as a need of social community to achieve public order and peace. In the conclusion, it is indicated that the combination of culture, education and quality occupational guidance influence the reduction of the need for social control and police action in society.

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