Cutting-edge police technology
The role of technology in policing has advanced dramatically over the past century, reshaping how agencies prevent crime, protect officers and serve communities. What began with whistles and bicycles has […] Read More
Dr. Gene Ira Katz, DMCJ
Proactive policing: What it is and how to do it
As defined by the U.S. National Institute of Justice, proactive policing focuses on crime prevention through community engagement and strategic presence, in contrast to traditional reactive responses, which happen after […] Read More
Insufficient police staffing continues throughout the U.S.
While some optimistic reports indicate that the slowdown in new police officer recruitment across the nation in recent years may be turning around, other accounts paint a more dire picture. […] Read More
Misconceptions about police violence
In recent years, the use of force by police officers is arguably getting more attention than any other issue in policing. Claims by civil rights leaders, politicians and media figures […] Read More
Rethinking law enforcement approaches to mental health crises
Law enforcement officers are most often the first responders to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. Some research studies have estimated that at least 20% of police service calls involve […] Read More
How to improve police–community relations
Law enforcement leaders weigh in
The International Association of Chiefs of Police’s (IACP) official policy asserts that “trust and transparency between law enforcement agencies and the people they serve is vital to community stability, officer […] Read More
