What policing strategy focuses on minor crimes and the appearance of crime?

Zero Tolerance Policing is a strategy that emphasizes the rigorous enforcement of laws against minor offenses, with the belief that by addressing smaller crimes, it will help prevent more serious crimes from occurring. This approach operates on the principle that allowing minor offenses to go unchecked creates an environment that encourages more significant criminal behavior.

By focusing on the appearance of crime, Zero Tolerance Policing aims to maintain order and enhance community safety by signaling that all forms of criminal activity will be met with a strict response from law enforcement. This creates a perception of increased vigilance and commitment to law enforcement, which can positively influence public perception and community dynamics.

While Community Policing involves building strong relationships between police and the community, and Restorative Justice focuses on repairing harm and restoring relationships rather than punitive measures, neither of those strategies is as concentrated on minor offenses and the appearance of crime as Zero Tolerance Policing. Interventive Policing generally refers to a proactive approach to intervene in criminal activity but does not specifically emphasize minor crimes to the same extent as Zero Tolerance.