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Prof. Somers joined Georgia Southern University in 2021 and departed the institution in 2025.
Disciplines
- Criminology
Research Interests
- Policing
- Criminal Justice Systems and Policy
- Research Methods
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Research Outputs
- 19 Article
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Shaping police self-efficacy: a content analysis of officer views towards their duty assignments, working locations, and working times
Somers, L. J. & Todak, N., Jan 23 2025, In: Journal of Crime and Justice.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
1 Scopus citations -
A gendered assessment of police officers’ views towards promotion, specialized units, and expected rank at retirement
Somers, L. J., Geoghan, S. & Terrill, W., Feb 25 2024, In: Policing (Oxford). 18, paae033.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
1 Scopus citations -
A tutorial on mixed methods research for policing scholars
Todak, N. & Somers, L. J., Nov 11 2024, In: Police Journal. 98, 2, p. 426-441 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
2 Scopus citations -
Finding the path of least resistance: An examination of officer communication tactics and their impact on suspect compliance
Foster, J. T., Zimmerman, L., Terrill, W. & Somers, L. J., Jun 10 2024, In: Criminology and Public Policy. 23, 3, p. 639-662 24 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
7 Scopus citations -
Police K-9 line-of-duty deaths and heatstroke 2000–2023
Wise, J., Graham, A., Dodge, C. & Somers, L. J., Dec 13 2024, In: Police Practice and Research. 26, 2, p. 240-248 9 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
1 Scopus citations