Stering (criminal justice, Mount Ida College) provides an understanding of the situations, problems, and conflicts that police officers face daily. This text for law enforcement students discusses what police officers do, how they accomplish their tasks, and the role of the police officer today, with example scenarios of day-to-day incidents faced on the street. Some issues covered are patrol procedures and interactions with the public, good judgment and sound decisions, the force needed to resolve a dangerous situation, proper demeanor and tactics, patrol equipment and technology, and motor vehicle stops. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)