Three Major Subsystems Of Policing

Policing is made up of many systems and subsystems to sustain order in society. The three major subsystems include operations, administration, and auxiliary services.

The operations subsystem is made up of any activity that directly assists the public. The main objectives of the operations subsystem are to maintain order, protect life, and property. The responsibilities for operations include but are not limited to patrol, traffic, criminal investigation, vice and drugs, organized crime, special operations, crime prevention, juvenile services, community services, and school services.

The administrative subsystem is the subsystem that justifiably assists the police organization however, not in the direct support to the public. The responsibilities