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Cop in the hood
My Year Policing Baltimore's Eastern District
Book • 2025
In 'Cop in the Hood,' Peter Moskos provides a detailed and unflinching examination of his year as a police officer in Baltimore's Eastern District.
The book delves into the harsh realities of urban policing, exposing systemic flaws and the human challenges faced by officers.
Moskos discusses the transition from traditional police patrols to a more modern, dispatch-driven system, the futility of the 'war on drugs,' and the psychological toll of the job.
He also argues for the reform of the criminal justice system and the legalization of drugs.
The narrative offers a comprehensive insight into police culture, crime patterns, and the complex relationship between police practices and community crime rates.
The book delves into the harsh realities of urban policing, exposing systemic flaws and the human challenges faced by officers.
Moskos discusses the transition from traditional police patrols to a more modern, dispatch-driven system, the futility of the 'war on drugs,' and the psychological toll of the job.
He also argues for the reform of the criminal justice system and the legalization of drugs.
The narrative offers a comprehensive insight into police culture, crime patterns, and the complex relationship between police practices and community crime rates.
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Mentioned by Saty Ruiz as the author's first book, based on his experience as a police officer in Baltimore.
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