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NCJ Number: NCJ 100183  
Title: Prevent Burglary! An Aggressive Approach to Total Home Security
Author(s): Mick Davis
Sale: Prentice Hall
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
United States
Publication Date: 1986
Pages: 175
Origin: United States
Language: English
Annotation: Written by a security and electronics consultant, this book gives detailed instructions on physical security measures and other strategies for preventing residential burglaries.
Abstract: An overview of methods to reduce vulnerability to burglary gives the burglar's point of view in choosing targets and lists methods for keeping a low profile. Additional chapters give advice on doors, locks, and keys; window security; lighting, fences, and warning signs; the issue of firearms; and methods of preventing burglary by building contractors and others entering the home. Further chapters explain the types and uses of alarms; give instructions for building a reliable, low-cost alarm; and describe the use of safes and other techniques for concealing valuables. Security measures specific to apartment buildings and for use during vacations are also explained. Advice is also given on the selection and use of insurance. Photographs, diagrams, and an index are supplied.
Main Term(s): Residential security
Index Term(s): Alarm systems ; Burglary ; Crime specific countermeasures ; Physical crime prevention ; Personal security
 
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