Policing Disparities: US vs. UK

This chapter explores the complexities of policing in the U.S., emphasizing the impact of cultural influences and a decentralized law enforcement system on accountability. It compares U.S. policing methods, characterized by shorter training and urgent decision-making in high-risk situations, with the U.K.'s centralized and comprehensive approach. The discussion includes the implications of gun culture on police practices and potential reforms aimed at improving oversight and standardization in American law enforcement.