The contemporary police officer must understand that COP requires
A) a short-term relationship between police and public
B) a clear hierarchy between police and public due to their different roles
C) a closely knit, ongoing relationship between police and public
D) separation between police and public due to their different roles

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COP, or Community-Oriented Policing, requires a closely knit, ongoing relationship between police and public. It involves building trust, identifying and addressing community problems, and working together to create safer and more desirable neighborhoods. This approach is based on the understanding that the police and community are partners in creating safer communities, rather than having separate roles with a clear hierarchy.

The Contemporary Police Officer Must Understand That COP Requires