Integrity Based Policing

Policing the Streets of Las Vegas

Fiction - Crime
294 Pages
Reviewed on 08/14/2021
Buy on Amazon

This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Free Book Program, which is open to all readers and is completely free. The author will provide you with a free copy of their book in exchange for an honest review. You and the author will discuss what sites you will post your review to and what kind of copy of the book you would like to receive (eBook, PDF, Word, paperback, etc.). To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email.

This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Review Exchange Program, which is open to all authors and is completely free. Simply put, you agree to provide an honest review an author's book in exchange for the author doing the same for you. What sites your reviews are posted on (B&N, Amazon, etc.) and whether you send digital (eBook, PDF, Word, etc.) or hard copies of your books to each other for review is up to you. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email, and be sure to describe your book or include a link to your Readers' Favorite review page or Amazon page.

This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Donation Program, which was created to help nonprofit and charitable organizations (schools, libraries, convalescent homes, soldier donation programs, etc.) by providing them with free books and to help authors garner more exposure for their work. This author is willing to donate free copies of their book in exchange for reviews (if circumstances allow) and the knowledge that their book is being read and enjoyed. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email. Be sure to tell the author who you are, what organization you are with, how many books you need, how they will be used, and the number of reviews, if any, you would be able to provide.

    Book Review

Reviewed by Tammy Ruggles for Readers' Favorite

Integrity Based Policing: Policing the Streets of Las Vegas by Dan Barry is a crime novel that reads like a compelling work of non-fiction. This comprehensive book is full of powerful stories about policing with the Las Vegas Metro Police Department and is based on the author's 30+ years as an officer. The author makes the highs and lows of one of the most challenging jobs in the world come alive on the page and in your hearts and minds. You'll find emotional stories, some with humor, some with sadness, anger, confusion, or tragedy. Besides being an eye-opening primer for would-be police officers, this book serves as a cathartic place to sort out your feelings and opinions about law enforcement. No doubt there are problems, but some of these can be avoided, and Barry explains how.

The author's love for law enforcement is evident, and each chapter has its own story to tell. Besides his own story, he tells the stories of crossing paths with others, serving them, doing the best he could. I like how he stresses the importance of sound leadership in law enforcement and how ethics should be valued over ulterior motives. As a social worker who has worked alongside the police for many years, I can honestly say that I respect the position and know how dangerous the job is. Integrity-based policing should be implemented nationwide to make all cities safer and towns more livable regardless of size. I like Barry's simple style, personal approach, the inclusion of his faith, and the concise way the chapters are organized. Especially lovely is the way he says we shouldn't judge all officers by the actions of a few and admits that problems exist in law enforcement that should be dealt with. If you're looking for a book about police reform that offers real insight and answers, Integrity Based Policing: Policing the Streets of Las Vegas by Dan Barry should be at the top of your reading list.