Why ShotSpotter Case Clearance Depends on More Than Tech
New Chicago research on ShotSpotter and CCTV case clearance: 15 years of data show sensors and cameras alone don’t close cases. Here’s what actually does the job.
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Is De-escalation Training Actually Backed by Evidence?
Does de-escalation training work? A first-of-its-kind randomized trial on LMPD officers using ICAT training found fewer use-of-force incidents and safer outcomes for everyone.
What New Research Says About Public Support for Police AI
New research reveals three factors that drive public support for police AI: fairness, community voice, and trust. Here’s what agencies need to know before deployment.
9 Ways to Benchmark Police Stops for Racial Disparity
Citywide population is the most common benchmark for police stop data and the most misleading. Research shows the right benchmark changes everything.
The Truth About Officer Memory After a Critical Incident
Officer memory after a shooting is shaped by biology. New research on stress and police memory challenges common post-incident interview practices. Read the findings.
Beyond Arrests: 8 Police Responses to Homelessness Being Used Now
New research on police homeless response reveals 8 distinct strategies beyond arrest. Study analyzed 2.4M posts from 1,749 departments. Actionable typology for agencies.
How Philadelphia Achieved Gun Violence Reduction with LED Street Lights
Philadelphia’s LED street lighting upgrade reduced gun violence 21% and outdoor nighttime crime 15%. Evidence-based crime prevention for law enforcement.
Data-Driven Policing Guide: How to Evaluate Technology Before Your Agency Wastes Six Figures
192 studies reveal what works in data-driven policing and what doesn’t. Essential guide for agencies evaluating predictive analytics and surveillance tech.
The Uncomfortable Truth About Police Promotion: How Facial Traits Predict Who Gets Promoted
New research finds college students predicted police promotions from photos alone 70% of the time. What this means for your agency’s promotion process.
What the Evidence Says About Police Academy Training Programs and How to Build a Better One
33 studies on police academy training point to the same answer: student-centered learning and strong FTOs build better officers.
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