Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
Serial Killer Connections Through Cold Cases
Cold case investigations have revealed that, in many cases, those responsible also are responsible for multiple crimes. Therefore, prioritizing cold case investigations can assist in both resolving crimes and preventing future ones.
The Importance of Management in Evidence-Based Policing
Emphasizing a Victim-Centered Approach in Human Trafficking Prosecutions
Advancing Mass Shooting Research To Inform Practice
NIJ’s findings point to the adoption of uniform definitions and comprehensive databases as logical next steps for improving research and practice to prevent mass shootings.
History of NIJ Support for Face Recognition Technology
The National Institute of Justice has helped drive development of face algorithms since the 1990s, and NIJ expects to remain engaged as the technology evolves and the operating requirements mature.
The Importance of Community Policing in Preventing Terrorism
Notes From the Field: Using Evidence-Based Policing To Combat Violent Crime
Chiefs’ Panel Points to Top Issues and Related Innovation Needs Facing Law Enforcement
Local law enforcement agencies may be absorbed in their own particular challenges, but connecting themes emerge when chiefs from all corners of the country convene to identify critical challenges confronting law enforcement collectively.
Notes from the Field: A Multijurisdictional Team Moved Cold Cases to the Front Burner
Creating the ‘Connected Cop’ Through a Broadband Network
Law Enforcement Looks to Research to Help Fight the Opioid Crisis
For law enforcement, overcoming the opioid crisis will mean gaining a deep, science-driven understanding of its dimensions. NIJ gathered a cross section of experts to identify priority research needs and action items.