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Blackstone's Practical Policing Series: Practical Road Traffic Law This is a must for all police officers who are engaged in front-line traffic duties.    ISBN: 9780199296835 Publication Date: 12 Oct 2006 Pagination: 272 Author (s): Simon Cooper, Michael Orme Binding: paperback Published By: Oxford University Press This text is a practical guide to road traffic law. It covers all the principal aspects of road traffic law including driving offenses, driver identification, alcohol and drug related offenses, licensing and insurance, traffic signs and fixed penalties. Each chapter is written in non-technical language and combines explanations of the law with practical illustrations, examples and FAQ's on problems commonly faced by police officers engaged in road traffic law enforcement. The book will focus on those areas that are most frequently encountered by traffic officers in their everyday working lives. Price:£27.99

Blackstone's Practical Policing Series: Going to Court ISBN: 9780199284146 Publication Date: 26 Jan 2006 Pagination: 232 Author (s): Brian Fitzpatrick Binding: paperback Published By: Oxford University Press This text is a practical and very useful guide for police officers of all ranks, designed to prepare them for attending court. Most police officers will at some point be required to attend court and many officers attend on a regular basis. "Going to Court" is a unique text, which demystifies and explains the court process. The book covers the main features and processes of the four relevant courts for police officers - the Magistrate's Court, the Crown Court, the Youth Court and the Coroner's Court. Going to Court provides information on court procedures, giving evidence, case progression and case file preparation. Accessible and easy to use, there are many helpful flowcharts, diagrams, practical tips and court plans. This book is a must have for all police officers who need advice and practical help with this often daunting experience.    Price:£27.99

Blackstone's Practical Policing Series: Intelligence - Investigation, Community and Partnership ISBN: 9780199230037 Publication Date: Due for Publication March 2008 Pagination: 240 Author (s): Clive Harfield, Karen Harfield Binding: paperback Published By: Oxford University Press This title provides a clear introduction and practical guide to the use of intelligence in policing, offering detailed explanations of relevant legislation and establishing the theoretical and operational context and rationale within which intelligence can be used. The relationship between criminal procedural law and intelligence-gathering is outlined and different generic sources of intelligence (overt and covert) are introduced. The book offers advice on planning an intelligence operation, analysing and evaluating information, using intelligence-based evidence in court, identifying risk and protecting sensitive sources. It also summarises the role of key agencies involved in intelligence gathering, outlines the National Intelligence Model and draws together key findings from the Butler and Bichard enquiries. Price:£29.95

Blackstone's Practical Policing Series: Crime Reduction Partnerships ISBN: 9780199288977 Publication Date: 27 Apr 2006 Pagination: 340 Author (s): Colin Rogers Binding: paperback Published By: Oxford University Press This unique book discusses and explains the practical aspects of crime reduction partnerships from a police officer's perspective. Policing communities in the UK has changed dramatically over the past 15 years and the partnership approach to crime reduction has introduced new ideas and different ways of policing. The book begins by discussing what a crime reduction partnership is and goes on to give examples of typical community problems. It describes how the theory of crime reduction partnerships can be put into practice and contains useful case studies and examples. The book also considers all relevant legislation and case law that has been introduced to deal with crime and disorder using the partnership approach. This book uses a blend of theories and practical examples, including examples of best practice, information boxes, scenario boxes and key points to note. Flowcharts and summary sections are also included to help officers consolidate and apply their knowledge. An essential best practice guide for police officers and other professionals involved in crime reduction activities. Price:£29.99

Blackstone's Practical Policing Series: Covert Investigation - A Practical Guide for Investigators ISBN: 9780199283774 Publication Date: 22 Dec 2005 Pagination: 382 Author (s): Clive Harfield, Karen Harfield Binding: paperback Published By: Oxford University Press This title provides a practical, introductory guide for anyone working in the area of covert investigation. Covert Investigation: A Practical Guide for Investigators, contains all the relevant legislation, codes of practice and case-law relating to covert investigation methods and examines the issues that investigators need to consider when deploying such investigative tools, concentrating on the full implications of RIPA with regards to daily, routine policing activity. This book considers each different aspect of covert investigation in turn, discussing statutory provision and introducing case-law alongside investigation management issues. It successfully demystifies an area of investigation and enforcement that has hitherto been poorly understood. It is intended to assist those planning and supervising investigations and those with a statutory obligation to sanction applications for authorised covert investigation or withhold such authority. It will help officers improve the quality of RIPA applications, ensure that applications for cover investigation are made only in appropriate circumstances, and to help investigators apply the law and procedure correctly in order to minimise procedural challenges at court.    Price:£32.99

Blackstone's Practical Policing Series: Policing a Diverse Society - 2nd Edition ISBN: 9780199237753 Publication Date: 07 Feb 2008 Pagination: 260 Author (s): Phil Clements Binding: paperback Published By: Oxford University Press Policing a Diverse Society (Second Edition) is a one-stop, practical resource covering all the major issues associated with policing diversity. Policing in the UK is essentially about policing diversity; diversity issues affect every aspect of the police officer's role and are key to the successful training of police officers. Whilst taking due account of the theoretical perspectives on policing diversity, this text supports and encourages the development of the relevant practical skills required to respond to diversity effectively. This text takes into account the wide range of diversity issues that police officers will need to address in their work. The text has been completely revised to incorporate a number of important developments that have occurred since the first edition was written, such as: recent developments of the newly established combined body, the Commission for Equality and Human Rights; the July 7th Report; the Copenhagen cartoons and the Jean Charles de-Menezes investigation. The second edition also boasts an additional chapter dealing with the six diversity strands that form the focus of police training (race, gender, age, faith, sexuality and disability).This very practical book is written to support the knowledge required by the National Occupational Standards (NOS) on diversity and the Integrated Competency Framework (ICF). Using this book will ensure students achieve these standards. Case studies, exercises, diagrams, reflect on practice boxes and chapter summaries are used to help students understand the material, consolidate their knowledge and apply the concepts to their every day professional work. Price:£25.99

Blackstone's Practical Policing Series: PACE - A Practical Guide to the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 ISBN: 9780199289233 Publication Date: 19 Oct 2006 Pagination: 560 Author (s): Paul Ozin, Heather Norton, Perry Spivey Binding: paperback Published By: Oxford University Press This book provides practical guidance on what remains the single most important statutory basis for police duties and powers in England and Wales, the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 and its Codes of Practice. The law is explained in a clear, informative and accessible manner. With the aid of flow-charts and practical case studies, the book gives excellent guidance on how the procedures and requirements of the Act apply to common every day scenarios facing police officers and other persons charged with the investigation of offences. It alerts the reader to common problems and offers tips for dealing with them whilst also taking account of significant changes in this body of law introduced by the new Codes of Conduct and recent legislation including the Criminal Justice Act 2003 and the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005. Although the emphasis is on practical guidance, the relevant legal principles and the most important case law are digested and summarised. The book includes the full text of the Act, as amended and the latest version of the Codes of Practice which were implemented on 1st January 2006. This is an essential reference source which the busy police officer or legal practitioner cannot afford to be without.    Price:£25.99

Blackstone's Practical Policing Series: Vulnerable Adult and Child Witnesses. ISBN: 9780199214105 Publication Date: 30 Aug 2007 Pagination: 248 Author (s): Kevin Smith, Steve Tilney Binding: paperback Published By: Oxford University Press This book is designed to be an invaluable, practical source of help to all those working in the complex area of vulnerable witnesses. It is structured to follow the chronology of an investigation from the first steps of identifying a vulnerable witness through to trial and includes helpful case studies with examples outlining potential pitfalls during the investigation and possible solutions. The book covers key topics such as identifying vulnerable witnesses, protection of vulnerable witnesses throughout the criminal justice process, pre-interview contact, assessing competence, multi-agency working, interviewing and pre-trial preparation. This book considers the many changes and new documentation in the area including the Victims and Witnesses' Commission, the revised edition of 'Achieving Best Evidence' and the Mental Capacity Act 2005, Code of Practice. Price:£25.99

Blackstone's Practical Policing Series: Public Order - Law and Practice ISBN: 9780199227976 Publication Date: Due for Publication August 2008 Pagination: 300 Author (s): John Beggs, Amy Street, George Thomas Binding: paperback Published By: Oxford University Press This book deals with the topical subject of public order policing and covers both the legal and practical aspects. The book is divided into two parts, the first part deals with 'General Themes in Public Order Law' covering the legal rules and principles and the key legislation. The second part covers 'Public Order Policing in Context' and looks at considerations in specific contexts, such as public protest. Topics covered range from day-to-day problems such as drunken brawls and football offences to more serious issues such as violent protest and terrorism. The importance and impact of human rights and the ECHR are directly addressed in the book. Extracts from the key legislation are included in the appendices and throughout the book, key points, best practice and pre and post incident checklists are included to ensure that the book is as practical as possible. Price:£27.99

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