Police Technology
The rise of consumer DNA testing and open genetic databases made forensic genetic genealogy a valuable tool for law enforcement investigations
The future of policing is here — is your department ready to take the next step?
By integrating these trends into wellness initiatives, law enforcement agencies can cultivate a healthier, more resilient workforce
Transforming corrections: The role of data-driven strategies and the human element in rehabilitation
Exploring how technology and personalized coaching methods can revamp corrections systems, reduce recidivism, and improve safety for correctional officers and inmates alike
Agencies often complement footage with detailed briefings and written reports to provide comprehensive context
Mayor Eric Adams announced the beginning of a 90-day period in which the city will seek comments and put together a plan to bring gun detection technology to the transit system
Fully autonomous, AI-driven robots have become essential tools for enhancing safety and operational efficiency in law enforcement, marking a significant evolution in police capabilities
Advanced body-worn camera technology plays a crucial role in enhancing officer safety and strengthening the bond between the police and the community
Tracy police deployed a BearCat Armored Recovery Vehicle and a drone to respond to a kidnapping where the victim was held at gunpoint by two individuals at a home
This collaboration will enhance public safety operations and modernize technology infrastructure within the nation’s busiest transportation hub
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Police drone use is increasing, making it essential for agencies to adopt a sound law enforcement drone policy governing their use
Over 20 states have enacted legislation to provide digital mapping, site-specific labeling, critical details to first responders
The choice of technology investments must reflect not just the vision of leadership but also the insights and needs of the officers on the ground
The device can identify drugs and cutting agents within a substance in seconds
“We have used them many, many times,” Riverside Police Chief Frank Robinson said. “It’s a valuable piece of equipment that we need every day ... we needed it years ago”
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Deputy Chief John McMahon discusses the LAPD’s adoption of advanced technologies, aiming to boost efficiency, improve community interaction and address the policing challenges of tomorrow
In an analysis of automated license plate readers, researchers revealed that the tech helps solve more than 700,000 crimes each year — or 10% of reported crime nationwide
Meet Andrea Cortez, a 17-year law enforcement veteran and analyst at Elk Grove (Calif.) Police Department’s Real-Time Information Center
Tech Pulse in Focus: Police1 talks with Andrea Cortez about Elk Grove’s Real-Time Information Center
Andrea Cortez is a 17-year law enforcement veteran and analyst at Elk Grove (Calif.) Police Department’s Real-Time Information Center
The 400-pound robot was meant to be a deterrent to subway crime; two human officers had to guard it at all times to keep it from being vandalized
Small-town police departments turn to grant funds to address the challenges of limited resources, personnel shortages and technology gaps
Each company’s products work seamlessly together, Axon states; the two have been strategic partners since May 2022
Your response will help in charting the course for the future use of AI technologies in policing
Let us know which of these technologies you’re most eager to explore or integrate into your department’s wellness initiatives
Jonathan Wender, Ph.D., discusses the impact of TrustStat AI on police work and community interactions
“We did have another jurisdiction ... actually sent their K-9 and they were there pretty quickly in just a few minutes,” Officer Michael Slininger said. “But by the time the K-9 arrived, [the drone team] had already located the juvenile”
