Law Enforcement

    Attend a Webinar on How to Integrate Data from New and Emerging Law Enforcement Technology

    Facial recognition, optical character recognition systems, drones, and mobile devices are all making their way into law enforcement agencies at a fast pace. Each of these systems is bringing new data sources, which enhance and can be integrated with existing data systems. This webinar will highlight these new and emerging technologies, as well as other technologies such as body-worn cameras and license plate recognition systems; the data they provide; and practical examples of integrating the data for investigations and crimefighting efforts.

    Learn How Technology is Changing the Nature of Crime and Criminal Investigations

    November 20, 2018

    Join the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) National Training and Technical Assistance Center (NTTAC) and the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) for the webinar “The Changing Nature of Crime and Criminal Investigations” on Wednesday, November 28 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET.

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    Webinar - The Changing Nature of Crime and Criminal Investigations

    Crime is evolving rapidly, creating new challenges for law enforcement agencies. By using computers, communications platforms, and other technologies, criminals commit crimes that were unheard of a decade or two ago, while also finding different ways to commit traditional crimes. For law enforcement agencies to keep up in this new environment, they must change their approach to criminal investigations. Physical evidence and witness statements are no longer sufficient in many cases.

    Learn About Developing and Evaluating Evidence-based Policing Programs and Policies

    November 15, 2018

    Join the Justice Clearinghouse for the webinar “Evidence-Based Policing: A Practical Approach” on Tuesday, November 27 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET.

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    What is a Cold Case and How are They Solved?

    When people hear the term “cold case,” most think about an old, unsolved murder. While this definition is not incorrect, the idea that the term “cold case” only pertains to a murder is inaccurate. Seasoned investigator Jason Moran will discuss how to define and categorize cold cases, as well as provide key considerations and strategies for investigators handling cold cases to increase solvability.

    This webinar is intended for police departments seeking to increase their understanding of cold case investigations and improve cold case investigative outcomes.

    Attend a Webinar on Reducing Crime Through Intelligence-Driven Strategies

    November 13, 2018

    Join the Justice Clearinghouse for the webinar “Intelligence-Driven Strategies: Creating an Integrated Approach for Justice Agencies” on Thursday, November 15 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET. During the webinar, participants will learn about intelligence-driven strategies that help enhance security and reduce crime.

    The webinar session will address the following key questions:

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    Attend a Webinar to Learn About Justice Reinvestment Initiative Funding Opportunities

    November 08, 2018

    Join the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to learn about the Justice Reinvestment Initiative (JRI), including current funding opportunities, the training and technical assistance (TTA) program, and key changes for the fiscal year (FY) 2018 solicitation.

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    FY 2018 Justice Reinvestment Initiative: Funding Opportunities for State, Local, and Tribal Agencies and TTA Providers

    This webinar will introduce the fiscal year 2018 funding opportunities offered through two solicitations, including a new grant program that provides direct assistance for state, local, and tribal justice agencies and jurisdictions to develop, implement, and test data-driven and evidence-based responses to high-cost drivers of crime and other compelling public safety challenges. The presenters will also discuss the related funding opportunity available to training and technical assistance providers.

    Intelligence-Driven Strategies: Creating an Integrated Approach for Justice Agencies

    In this webinar, justice practitioners will gain a better understanding of how security is enhanced and how crime is reduced through intelligence-driven strategies. Whether a narcotics detective, gang intelligence officer, jail administrator, or patrol deputy, attendees will learn some of the modern-day practical applications that harness the power from knowledge produced by the convergence of the latest intelligence methodologies and technologies.

    This session will answer the following key questions:

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