Recognized for Excellence in Public Safety Research
Jim Burch, president of the National Policing Institute, welcomes users to the Law Enforcement Knowledge Lab
The Knowledge Lab is a first-of-its-kind resource hub that identifies and disseminates evidence-based, innovative policing practices, training, and technical assistance.
The Lab strives to bring evidence and excellence to law enforcement agencies across the country.
Voices From the Field
“Amidst the evolving challenges facing 21st century law enforcement, addressing public safety is more complex than ever. For law enforcement leaders and innovators, the validated, strategic resources the Knowledge Lab offers are invaluable.”
Rebecca Boatright
General Counsel and Executive Director, Analytics and Research, Seattle Police Department
"The training provided by the Knowledge Lab was invaluable for our officers. It equipped them with cutting-edge insights into law enforcement leadership and constitutional policing practices that are crucial in today’s challenging times. We look forward to future collaborations to enhance our department's capabilities."
Chief Troy Doyle
Ferguson Police Department
"As the profession of policing evolves, police leaders need access to up-to-date information on the best practices and most innovative strategies being implemented across the country. The Knowledge Lab facilitates continuous learning among law enforcement agencies and police leaders, enhancing the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of police services."
Chief Paul Noel
Knoxville Police Department
Who We Are
Building Safer Communities through a Commitment to Evidence and Excellence
The Knowledge Lab collects and makes available the many ideas and innovations that could help agencies seeking to improve their ability to protect and serve their communities.
Join us in pursuing evidence and excellence in policing.
News and Updates Latest Announcements
The National Policing Institute (NPI), in partnership with the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) and through the support of the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), is now accepting applications for law enforcement agencies to serve as pilot sites for a new national de-escalation and crisis response training curriculum, the Advanced Crisis Communication and Tactics (ACCT) Training. Three agencies will be selected to collaborate with NPI and PERF to plan, deliver, and assess this innovative, three-day in-service de-escalation training for sworn law enforcement officers.
The National Policing Institute has released a new OnPolicing Blog post by Michael R. Smith and Jim Burch, exploring three alternative strategies to stop, question, and frisk. The authors discuss how the alternative strategies could impact efforts to reduce violent street crime.
The National Association of Professional Staff in Public Safety is hosting an inaugural Regional Leading Without a Badge Summit in Miami, Florida. This summit is designed by and for professional staff involved in public safety and will be held Monday, November 10th from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.