Predictive Policing

Predictive Policing
Author: Walt L. Perry
Publisher: Rand Corporation
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2013-09-23
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0833081551

Predictive policing is the use of analytical techniques to identify targets for police intervention with the goal of preventing crime, solving past crimes, or identifying potential offenders and victims. These tools are not a substitute for integrated approaches to policing, nor are they a crystal ball. This guide assesses some of the most promising technical tools and tactical approaches for acting on predictions in an effective way.

Criminal Justice Documents

Criminal Justice Documents
Author: John F. Berens
Publisher: Greenwood
Total Pages: 264
Release: 1987-04-15
Genre: Law
ISBN:

Lucid annotations and discriminating selection distinguish this timely bibliography of 1,098 U.S. government documents published between 1975 and October 1986. Full bibliographic data include Su-Docs number, a time save for depository libraries. Classified under eight broad subject headings, materials cover the criminal justice system, crime and criminals, law enforcement, the courts, corrections, juvenile justice, security, and special resources. . . . [Since] the government has been a principal force in the analysis of crime and its prevention, the importance of a fully annotated guide to its wealth of publications is evident. Booklist

NIJ Reports

NIJ Reports
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 190
Release: 1987
Genre: Criminal justice, Administration of
ISBN:

Statistical Abstract of the United States

Statistical Abstract of the United States
Author: United States. Bureau of the Census
Publisher:
Total Pages: 984
Release: 1989
Genre: United States
ISBN:

This is a compendium and guide to statistics on just about everything in the United States. The section on "Business Enterprises" includes incorporations, failures, small business data, and tax returns. Among the several appendixes is a list of state statistical abstracts.