Policing as a Reassuring Factor: Good Policing can Reduce Fear

Send us Fan Mail A sign means something. When you see a stop sign there’s no mystery about its meaning. Some signs are not as clear, and we have to interpret their meaning. For example, when someone sees neighborhood disorder or social incivilities, such as obvious drug dealing, these serve as warning signals about the potential for crime victimization. This can then lead to a fear of crime. Sometimes other factors can come into play that impact a person’s fear.&...