The Police Power: Patriarchy and the Foundations of American Government

This book provides a comprehensive treatise on the constitutional and legal history behind the power of the modern state to police its citizens, specifically focusing on criminal law.

The author argues that the power to police has its roots in patriarchal power and explores how this branch of government can be subjected to critical analysis to serve the goals of social equity in contemporary democratic societies.

With a historical model already raising interest amongst theorists of crime and policing, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the neglected but crucial topic of police power and criminal law.