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Police Technologist: the position every police agency needs but almost none have
The use of technology by the police is clearly anchored to the culture of policing. Unfortunately, what is not part of the policing culture is the role of “Police Technologist.” This position is envisioned as the keeper of policing’s ethical commitment to do the right thing while protecting the community.