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.. To analyze and correlate data sources to create a detailed snapshot of crime incidents and related factors within a community or other geographical area." (the Use of Computerized Crime Mapping by Law Enforcement)
Studies show that this technology is creating a positive response among law enforcement agencies and has many advantages over older methods of fighting crime. Among the many aspects of this method is the real-time analysis of crime data as well as the mapping of various critical crime areas using Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. (Newsom G.)
One of the central advantages of this system is that it provides the ability to identify certain trends in crime and links between crimes. This is an important aspect as it provides crucial correlations between events and crimes which may occur in different areas. Furthermore, an important aspect from the total crime fighting perspective is that this technology helps in the economic and selective allocation of resources where they are most needed. (Newsom G.)
More specifically, the system of computerized crime mapping allows law enforcement agencies "...to plot crime-related data against a digitized map of a community, city, or region. Crime-related data then can be compared and analyzed with other external data sources." (the Use of Computerized Crime Mapping by Law Enforcement) This means that a variety of external data sources can be used in the process of mapping. These can include census data and city planning information, which can be used in conjunction with criminal data. Other advantages of this technology are that it can be used to evaluate the viability of interventions in crimes as well as" Inform residents about crime activity and changes in their community..." (the Use of Computerized Crime Mapping by Law Enforcement)
As a result of these advantages there are efforts in many police department to make mapping techniques more sophisticated and effective. "Police agencies throughout the country are implementing and utilizing computerized crime mapping systems. Police officials and police scholars are working together to identify ways in...
At the same time these technologies can also be used to combat and counter crime. There are a number of central technological aspects that are being used by law enforcement to fight crime. These technologies are centered on the use of information and the interactive sharing of this information, as well as the various ways that data can be programmed and manipulated to create a more effective crime fighting environment. This includes aspects such as online databases and interaction with the public. Furthermore, advanced technologies such as Face Recognition technology, fingerprinting databases and crime mapping are proving invaluable in the battle against contemporary crime.
Works Cited
Crime Mapping and Problem Analysis Laboratory. 16 September, 2006. http://www.policefoundation.org/docs/crime_mapping.html
Godwin M. Government: Cops on the I-Way. 1995. 16 September, 2006. http://onlineethics.org/cases/lamacchia/godwin-cops-iway.html
How can police agencies keep up with new technology? 2005. 15 September, 2006. http://www.gazette.rcmp.gc.ca/article-en.html?&article_id=91
Newsom G. Crime Mapping Technology. 16 September, 2006. http://www.gavinnewsom.com/index.php?id=28
REMARKS of the HONORABLE DEBORAH J. DANIELS, ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL OFFICE of JUSTICE PROGRAMS at the FIFTH ANNUAL VIOLENT CRIMES CONFERENCEON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2004, COLUMBUS, OHIO. 16th September, 2006. http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/aag/speeches/fbiremarks.htm
Schwabe, William. Needs and Prospects for Crime-Fighting Technology: The Federal Role in Assisting State and Local Law Enforcement. Santa Monica, CA: Rand, 1999. Questia. 17 Sept. 2006 http://www.questia.com/PM.qst?a=o&d=104303433.
The Use of Computerized Crime Mapping by Law Enforcement. 17 Sept. 2006. http://www.ncjrs.gov/txtfiles1/fs000237.txt
Works Cited
Crime Mapping and Problem Analysis Laboratory. 16 September, 2006. http://www.policefoundation.org/docs/crime_mapping.html
Godwin M. Government: Cops on the I-Way. 1995. 16 September, 2006. http://onlineethics.org/cases/lamacchia/godwin-cops-iway.html
How can police agencies keep up with new technology? 2005. 15 September, 2006. http://www.gazette.rcmp.gc.ca/article-en.html?&article_id=91
Newsom G. Crime Mapping Technology. 16 September, 2006. http://www.gavinnewsom.com/index.php?id=28
REMARKS of the HONORABLE DEBORAH J. DANIELS, ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL OFFICE of JUSTICE PROGRAMS at the FIFTH ANNUAL VIOLENT CRIMES CONFERENCEON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2004, COLUMBUS, OHIO. 16th September, 2006. http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/aag/speeches/fbiremarks.htm
Schwabe, William. Needs and Prospects for Crime-Fighting Technology: The Federal Role in Assisting State and Local Law Enforcement. Santa Monica, CA: Rand, 1999. Questia. 17 Sept. 2006 http://www.questia.com/PM.qst?a=o&d=104303433.
The Use of Computerized Crime Mapping by Law Enforcement. 17 Sept. 2006. http://www.ncjrs.gov/txtfiles1/fs000237.txt
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