Technology

Technology

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   • GIS (Geographic Information system
     • Only Identifies general problem area
     • Identifies Hot Spots & Risky Areas
     • not exact
     • asprs.org/a/publications/proceedings /louisville2014/wright.pdf.
     • GIS runs old news,unlike patrol car with officers staying connected with the community
   • Social media
     • Need to be cautious of personal web sitess
     • it is free and public
       • internet, mobile devices provide pathways
     • https;//www.cnet.com/news/police-use-of-social-media-is-under-a-microscope-amid-protests
     • inhibits the use of actual verification of human inteeligence
     • officers connecting with public to get accurate unbiased intelligence
     • Increased risk to citizens and off duty officers due to easy access to personal information
     • Personal bias plays a role with comments on social media could be a pos. or a neg.
     • Can be accessed anytime, anywhere through multiple devices
   • Cameras (Surveillance)
     • Regulated By the State on how police utilize the technology and capability
       • Mis Identify of People of color
         • Gov Baker States " Supercharges Racial Profiling" (Boston.com) B.S.
           • Bill advanced to regulate this technology
     • Facial Recognition Technology
     • www.bostonglobe.com/2021/10/20metroboston-ordinance-gives-city-oversight-technology-sets-limits-school-information sharing
     • Provides real time info and intelligence it has been used to build evidence in criminal cases to attain convictions
     • Technology has its place but does not replace police officers on the beat solidifying connections with the neighborhood and community
     • If observed and has alert systems similar to "gun shot" alert systems it can be extremely effective in solving cases
   • Police Department
     • Drones
       • Difficult to React to in order to stop stop crime in process
       • Useful in Identification of criminals and actions
       • may need legal document (warrant) to utilize legally
       • Only Real regulation is FAA (WITH AIRSPACE USE)
       • https://lawtechnologytoday.org/2019/06/drones-and-their-role-in-law-enforcement-in-the-usa
       • Any citizen can purchase a drone
       • This is costly that has hacking risks, requires training support and maintenance and temptation for corruption of improper use
       • Rapid deployment of resources
       • Rapid Identification of hazards
       • Can assist in a decision making process for officer safety
       • Requires certification and licensing from FAA
       • Should become part of community policing program along with notification/outreach program to community to communicate its cost, benefit, pros and cons
       • does not replace officers on the beat in their patrol car

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