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Latest Episode of Policing in a Minute: Evidence Based Policing
This episode summarizes the essentials of evidence-based policing (EBP), an organizational strategy using the best available evidence to shape police crime control strategies. In brief, EBP reduces crime and boosts community trust.
EBP applies scientific methods to test the effectiveness of policing tactics – it's more than just data. It is proactive; proven tactics help officers target resources effectively to reduce harm and crime. And EBP enhances community trust by emphasizing fairness and accountability.
Evidence-based policing offers a practical and measurable way to achieve safer communities, enhanced community trust, and more effective, empathetic and just policing.
Latest Episode of “Policing in a Minute” is Out
Discover one of the secrets of effective policing with the Policing in a Minute podcast about the Koper Curve! Take a quick dive into the groundbreaking principle developed by criminologist Chris Koper, which reveals how short, strategic patrols in high-crime areas can drastically reduce criminal activity. Learn how officers can maximize their impact, enhance community trust, and create safer neighborhoods with just 10-15 minute visits to high crime areas.
Evidence Based Policing: what it is and why will it become even more important in the future
Evidence-Based Policing (EBP) has emerged as a transformational paradigm shift designed to revolutionize police methods, drawing its inspiration from evidence-based practices in other professional domains such as healthcare, psychology, and social work.