Supervision and Intervention within Early Intervention Systems: A Guide for Law Enforcement Chief Executives

Publication Date: 2007
Tag(s): data and research, law enforcement, prevention, program development, strategies
Author(s): Police Executive Research Forum (PERF), Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS)
Abstract: This publication is designed to provide practical advice on many aspects of the Early Intervention System (EIS), including defining the role of the first-line supervisor, structuring the intervention process for officers who have reached (or are about to reach) a threshold within the system, identifying ways to provide the various programs and services that supplement and reinforce EIS, and creating a broader culture of accountability in law enforcement agencies. In addition, it presents some key recommendations for developing, implementing, and maintaining EIS, based on the lessons learned from other law enforcement agencies.