Policing is a rewarding but very demanding job; physically, emotionally and mentally. Officers often see the worst of humankind or must deal with stressful situations. These duties can take a toll on their mental health and wellbeing.
Traditionally, law enforcement agencies have used witness statements, physical evidence, and information gathering to solve crimes. But now, thanks to technological advancements, police have found new tools to solve crimes.
Technology giants have become major actors in the world of law enforcement. Recently, Australia and the UK have passed laws that make it easier for police agencies to compel tech companies to turn over data.
In an effort to improve efficiency, hybrid and electric patrol cars are becoming quite popular among law enforcement agencies. But it’s not all about cars: Electric bikes, E-Motorcycles, and E-Scooters are rapidly being noticed as alternative patrol vehicles.
Police biometrics is going through a rapid evolution of technology development, led by organizations such as the FBI who are making useful systems available to local law enforcement agencies.
Police dog units function around the relationship that the officer has with their K9 partners. Even the smartest canine is only as good as its handler, who can sometimes be limited by human capabilities.
Crimes are not always violent, but that doesn’t mean they do not harm. In fact, the FBI estimates that white-collar crime costs the US economy more than $300bn per year and can have serious impact on people’s lives.
Car crash prediction software, reward programs for local residents and traffic Robocops are creating more interesting ways to reduce the danger of the 50,000 traffic stops made each day by law enforcement officers…
Car chases are one of the most dangerous police operations. In 2018, 6 of the 106 law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty died during high-speed pursuits, according to the FBI.
With today’s speed of information and tech-savvy civilians, social media is not a passing trend. It’s a powerful tool for law enforcement to keep people safe, informed and enlightened about the role of police in everyday society.
