Publication Date
Spring 2021
Document Type
Capstone Project
Degree Name
Master of Public Administration
Department
Criminal Justice
First Advisor
Dr. Nicole Warmington-Granston
Second Advisor
Dr. Susan Gaffney
Third Advisor
Dr. Janet K. Brewer
Abstract
This research aimed to conduct a historical analysis of police use of force in the United States. As numerous high-profile incidents regarding excessive force used by police officers against African Americans have occurred in the last several years, the research sought to highlight the connection of past and present police policies, practices, and behaviors. Qualitative research was used in the form of document analysis. Police use of force policies were analyzed in twenty of the largest city departments in America. Six themes were pre-selected by the researcher to compare the requirements of police officers when involved in use of force incidents. The findings revealed inconsistencies in policies that brought forth the argument of implementing national standards in-force policies.
Recommended Citation
Wingfield, Kimberly, "Historical Analysis of Policing in the United States: Impact on Use of Force Policies" (2021). All Capstone Projects. 550.
https://opus.govst.edu/capstones/550