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Categorically complex: A latent class analysis of public perceptions of police militarization

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  • Fox, Bryanna
  • Moule, Richard K.
  • Parry, Megan M.

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The events in Ferguson, MO in 2014 renewed national attention to the issue of militarization of law enforcement. Despite scrutiny from policymakers and community stakeholders, little is known regarding the public's opinion on police militarization (PM), or the factors shaping these views. This problem is magnified because individuals may support or oppose PM for a variety of reasons, but the characteristics of these supporters and opposers is currently unknown. This study aims to examine the distinct types of individuals who support or oppose PM, and the normative, instrumental, and demographic factors that distinguish within- and between-groups of supporters and opposers of PM.

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  • Fox, Bryanna & Moule, Richard K. & Parry, Megan M., 2018. "Categorically complex: A latent class analysis of public perceptions of police militarization," Journal of Criminal Justice, Elsevier, vol. 58(C), pages 33-46.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:jcjust:v:58:y:2018:i:c:p:33-46
    DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrimjus.2018.07.002
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