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1 is 2 Many: Twenty Years Fighting Violence Against Women and Girls
Abstract: This report opens with a brief summary of how VAWA has helped to change America. It also discusses the many ways in which VAWA has increased accountability and access to services, and has reached underserved communities. The appendix provides details... (read more)
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File: 1_is_2_Many.pdf
10 Facts Law Enforcement Needs to Know When Serving & Protecting People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD)
Abstract: The Arc is a national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. They encompass all ages and more than 100 different diagnoses including autism, Down syndrome... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
File: NCCJD_LE_Tip_Sheet.pdf
2011 Electronic Control Weapon Guidelines
Abstract: The 2011 Electronic Control Weapon Guidelines is based on information gathered from workshops, interviews, and a national survey that examined the use of Electronic Control Weapons (ECW). In August 2010, an executive session comprising police, medical,... (read more)
Publication Date: 2011
A Bowling Green Legacy: A Guide for Law Enforcement and Communities
Abstract: In the wake of increasing racial tensions and intolerance at college campuses across the country, building trust between law enforcement and community members is as vital as ever. The Not In Our Town short film,A Bowling Green Legacy, shows how... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
A Guide for Enforcing Impaired Driving Laws for Youth
Abstract: Published by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, this guide provides information on enforcement strategies to reduce impaired driving among youth. This guide may be used to... (read more)
Publication Date: 2010
A Guide for Local Impaired-Driving Task Forces Volume I: Final Report
Abstract: The purpose of this two-volume guide is to assist officials and members of the public interested in establishing an impaired-driving task force at a local or regional level or who are exploring ways to improve their current task forces. Volume I is based... (read more)
Publication Date: 2011
A Guide for Local Impaired-Driving Task Forces Volume II: Local Task Force Case Studies
Abstract: The purpose of this guide is to assist officials and members of the public interested in establishing an impaired-driving task force at a local or regional level (city, county, or region, not statewide) or who are exploring ways to improve their current... (read more)
Publication Date: 2011
A Guidebook for Less lethal Devices: Planning for, Selecting, and Implementing Technology Solutions
Abstract: This guide is designed to provide a comprehensive view of less-lethal technologies, their evolutionary role in criminal justice, and considerations when acquiring such devices to meet operational needs. It is segregated into six self-contained chapters... (read more)
Publication Date: 2010
A Handbook for Public Safety Officials: Developing the Policy, Technology and Operational Strategies Needed for a Future-Proof Body Camera Program
Abstract: This handbook focuses on the interplay of body camera policies with technology and operational strategies and will help law enforcement adopt the right policy and technology for a long-term camera initiative. It highlights key planning questions and... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
A Market Survey on Body Worn Camera Technologies
Abstract: "The National Institutes of Justice (NIJ) sought to collect information on existing body-worn camera (BWC) technologies. This paper provides the methodology for developing the market survey and results from the market survey. From this market survey, the... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
A National Conversation on Police and Community Interactions on HBCU Campuses
Abstract: "In July 2016, President Obama held a town hall meeting to discuss race and policing in the U.S. The meeting recognized that the national climate surrounding police shootings involving people of color and the retaliation against law enforcement had... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
A Primer on Body Worn Camera Technologies
Abstract: This report provides background context for body-worn cameras (BWCs); methodology for developing the market survey; compiled results from the market survey; and a summary of the information found in ... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
A Primer on Body-Worn Cameras for Law Enforcement
Abstract: Developed by the NIJ-funded NLECTC Sensor, Surveillance and Biometric Technologies Center of Excellence, A Primer on Body-Worn Cameras for Law Enforcement provides an introduction to body-worn camera systems. The 2012 report discusses the functions and... (read more)
Publication Date: 2012
A Study of Active Shooter Incidents in the United States Between 2000 and 2013
Abstract: In 2014, the FBI initiated a study of active shooter incidents with the goal to provide federal, state, and local law enforcement with data so they can better understand how to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from these incidents. As a... (read more)
Publication Date: 2014
A Study of the Pre-Attack Behaviors of Active Shooters in the United States Between 2000 and 2013
Abstract: The FBI's objective for this initiative was to examine specific behaviors that may precede an attack and which might be useful in identifying, assessing, and managing those who may be on a pathway to deadly violence. By articulating the concrete,... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Active Shooter Awareness Guidance
Abstract: Active shooter situations are unpredictable and evolve quickly. Typically, the immediate deployment of law enforcement is required to stop the shooting and mitigate harm to victims. Because active shooter situations are often over within 10 to 15 minutes... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Active Shooter Incidents in the United States in 2014 and 2015
Abstract: This is an addendum to the FBI's study of active shooter incidents from 2000 to 2013. An analysis of 2014 and 2015 active shooter incidents has identified 20 incidents in each of the years. The methodology to identify incidents is the same as articulated... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Active Shooter: Recommendations and Analysis for Risk Mitigation
Abstract: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) defines an active shooter as an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area. In its definition, DHS notes that, in most cases, active shooters use firearms... (read more)
Publication Date: 2012
Active Threat Response Training Resources
Abstract: Given the increasing number and consistency of active shooter incidents, thousands of first responders, including police/law enforcement, campus public safety officials, and security officers, have undertaken active shooter or active threat trainings.... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Addressing Sexual Offenses and Misconduct by Law Enforcement: Executive Guide
Abstract: This guide has been created to promote an understanding of the complexities of sexual offense and misconduct cases involving officers and to encourage the proactive adoption of policy and prevention efforts within law enforcement agencies. Leaders must... (read more)
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Advancing Diversity in Law Enforcement
Abstract: In December 2015, the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission launched a research initiative, Advancing Diversity in Law Enforcement, both to identify barriers that undermine diversity in law enforcement and to... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Advice from Police Chiefs and Community Leaders on Building Trust
Abstract: PERF police chiefs and their community representatives came together for a national discussion on the challenges of police-community trust. The community leaders and police chiefs provided constructive ideas about improving police-community relationships... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Ambush Online Training
Abstract: This VALOR training module was created in response to the ambush-style assaults that have led to the injuries or deaths of many law enforcement officers in recent years. This training is designed to give officers tools to help prevent and react to ambush... (read more)
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Averted School Violence (ASV) Near Miss Reporting System
Abstract: The Police Foundation launched the Averted School Violence Near Miss Reporting System (ASV) for law enforcement officials, school officials, and mental health professionals with funding from the Community Oriented Policing Services Office. The mission of... (read more)
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Bias Crime Assessment: A Tool and Guidelines for Law Enforcement and Concerned Communities
Abstract: The Bias Crime Assessment Tool (BCAT) can be used whether or not victimization seems to be a result of a hate incident or a hate crime. Hate crimes are any criminal offenses motivated by bias, hostility, or prejudice against a protected class. Hate... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Body-Worn Camera Program Update: Fiscal Year 2016
Abstract: Over the past two years, more than $41 million in awards have been made through Bureau of Justice Assistance's Body-Worn Camera Program. Read this fiscal year 2016 update to learn more about the program, see current and past year award amounts, and view... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Body-Worn Video Cameras for Law Enforcement Assessment Report
Abstract: Body-worn video cameras are valuable tools that can be used by law enforcement to record traffic stops, arrests, sobriety tests, and interviews. Body-worn video camera systems typically consist of a camera, microphone, battery, and onboard storage. They... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
Bridging the Trust Gap Between Law Enforcement and Communities of Color
Abstract: The IACP convened three focus groups of community stakeholders, frontline officers, and law enforcement executives to discuss building community trust. They discussed strategies that have been used successfully to develop communities of trust and... (read more)
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Bringing Calm to Chaos
Abstract: On December 2, 2015, at 10:59 AM, the Inland Regional Center in San Bernardino, California, came under attack. Many of the lessons learned during the response to the attack tie into the principles of community policing and continue to build on the body... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Building and Sustaining an Officer Wellness Program: Lessons from the San Diego Police Department
Abstract: Law enforcement agencies around the country are recognizing the importance of monitoring and tending to employees physical and mental health and wellness. This publication discusses the establishment and operation of a dedicated unit at the San Diego... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Building Communities of Trust Fact Sheet
Abstract: This document provides information about the BCOT initiative; highlights outreach efforts; and provides resources to include guidance documents for community leaders and law enforcement, and the If You See Something, Say Something campaign.
Publication Date: 2014
File: BCOT_Fact_Sheet.pdf
Building Communities of Trust: A Guidance for Community Leaders
Abstract: This document is a complementary piece to Guidance for Building Communities of Trust and was developed to assist community leaders working with law enforcement agencies to facilitate dialogue and discuss ways to work together to prevent crime and... (read more)
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Building Partnerships Among Law Enforcement Agencies, Colleges and Universities: Developing a Memorandum of Understanding to Prevent and Respond Effectively to Sexual Assaults at Colleges and Universities
Abstract: The White House Task Force to Protect Students from Sexual Assault has provided this sample memorandum of understanding (MOU), referenced in the Not Alone report, to assist campuses and law enforcement agencies to work together in their efforts to... (read more)
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Building Relationships of Trust Toolkit
Abstract: The Building Relationships of Trust Toolkit includes detailed information police officers and community members should consider when trying to build trusting relationships between the two. Components of the toolkit include: moving to implementation,... (read more)
Publication Date: 2014
Building Relationships of Trust: Community Perception Survey
Abstract: This survey is one piece of the broader Building Relationships of Trust Toolkit. A police department should distribute this survey to community members pre- and post-implementation of a building relationships of trust initiative.
Publication Date: 2014
Building Relationships of Trust: Curriculum Training Modules
Abstract: This in-service orientation course assists officers in building relationships of trust. The approximate teaching time is three hours. This module incorporates three general learning goals: 1) educating students on the concepts of building relationships... (read more)
Publication Date: 2013
Building Relationships of Trust: Moving to Implementation
Abstract: This publication provides guidance to federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies; fusion centers; community members; civic groups; and other interested parties on developing relationships of trust, particularly with minority and immigrant... (read more)
Publication Date: 2014
Building Relationships of Trust: Recommended Steps for Chief Executives
Abstract: A key component of successful policing is building collaborative, trusting relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve, particularly immigrant and minority communities. Developing these relationships allows law enforcement to... (read more)
Publication Date: 2014
Building Safer Communities: Improving Police Response to Persons with Mental Illness
Abstract: The IACP selected "Building Safer Communities: Improving Police Response to Persons with Mental Illness" as the focus for its May, 2009 National Policy Summit. The goal of the summit was to begin a dialogue resulting in recommendations for local, state,... (read more)
Publication Date: 2010
Building Trust Between the Police and the Citizens They Serve
Abstract: This guide focuses on the pivotal role of the Internal Affairs function as one component of an agency-wide professional standards effort in building trust between law enforcement agencies, their staff, and the communities they protect and serve. The... (read more)
Publication Date: 2009
Building Trust With Communities
Abstract: Recent events in Ferguson, New York, and Baltimore have led law enforcement agencies to rethink how they can build and maintain trust, confidence, and satisfaction with the communities that they serve, especially communities of color. As agencies embrace... (read more)
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Campus Law Enforcement, 2004-05
Abstract: The report compares law enforcement agencies serving public and private campuses by number and type of employees, screening methods used for hiring officers, training and education requirements for officers, agency functions, types of equipment,... (read more)
Publication Date: 2008
Campus Law Enforcement, 2011-12
Abstract: This report compares campus law enforcement agencies serving public and private campuses, focusing primarily on 4-year colleges and universities enrolling 2,500 or more students. It examines the number and type of employees; agency functions; arrest... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
File: BJS_campus_LE_11-12.pdf
Campus Policing in an Urban Environment
Abstract: According to 2016 data from the U.S. Census Bureau, most Americans live in urban areas, with approximately one in five people living in rural areas. Urban areas are also home to 68% of the nation's 7,000+ institutions of higher education (IHEs). Denser... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Campus Protests and Demonstrations: The Role of Emergency Management
Abstract: Many institutions of higher education (IHEs) welcome the protests and demonstrations that are frequently a part of these movements, though the events often carry a variety of risks. Violence may erupt, facilities could be damaged or become inaccessible,... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Campus Threat Assessment Case Studies: A Training Tool for Investigation, Evaluation, and Intervention
Abstract: This guide will allow threat assessment team members to explore and practice threat assessment through small and large group exercises using pre-developed case studies. This guide will also strengthen team members' comprehension and application of the... (read more)
Publication Date: 2013
File: CTA_case_studies.pdf
Campus Threat Assessment Training: A Multidisciplinary Approach for Institutions of Higher Education (Part I)
Abstract: This training program, developed by noted campus safety and threat assessment experts, is the first ever national curriculum that focuses on a multidisciplinary approach to threat assessment. It has been specifically designed for higher education... (read more)
Publication Date: 2009
Campus Threat Assessment Training: A Multidisciplinary Approach for Institutions of Higher Education (Part II)
Abstract: This training program, developed by noted campus safety and threat assessment experts, is the first ever national curriculum that focuses on a multidisciplinary approach to threat assessment. It has been specifically designed for higher education... (read more)
Publication Date: 2009
CIT Center
Abstract: The Memphis Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) is an innovative police based first responder program that provides law enforcement based crisis intervention training for helping those individuals with mental illness. CIT works in partnership with those in... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
URL: CIT Center
Collaborating to Address Key Challenges in Policing
Abstract: The first chapter of this publication discusses the key concepts for strengthening trust and collaboration between police executives and labor leaders. These key principles focus on finding common ground, engaging in open communication and seek input... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015