Example: A polícia comunitária ajuda a resolver conflitos locais rapidamente.
Definition
"A polícia comunitária" refers to a form of local law enforcement focused on building relationships with community members to prevent crime and resolve conflicts quickly. It emphasizes cooperation, trust, and problem-solving within neighborhoods to enhance public safety.
Translations
community police
la policía comunitaria
de buurtpolitie
la policia comunitària
la police communautaire
die Gemeindepolizei
la polizia comunitaria
Etymology
The term "a polícia comunitária" comes from Portuguese, where "polícia" means police and "comunitária" relates to community. It reflects the concept of community-oriented policing, which originated in the late 20th century as a response to traditional policing methods by promoting closer ties between police officers and local residents.
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community police