Policing Muslim Communities: Comparative International Context

by Farrukh B. Hakeem, Arvind Verma, M.R. Haberfeld

Book Overview

In the past two decades, Muslim countries across the globe have been faced with a crisis in governance. Starting with a summary of Islamic Law (Sharia) and its implications for law enforcement, this book will highlight the unique needs and challenges of law enforcement, and particularly policing, in these communities. It will provide a scholarly exposition of Sharia law and how it is compatible (or not) with policing in a modern context. The role...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 146143551X
• ISBN13: 9781461435518
• Release Date: May 2012
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"