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.

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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.

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News and Updates Latest Announcements

Join Justice & Security Strategies, Inc. (JSS) on May 22, 2025, at 2:00 pm ET for a focused 30-minute webinar on the practical strategies behind successful hotspot policing. Gain valuable insights from experts who will share proven methods to enhance crime prevention and officer efficiency.

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The National Case Closed Project developed an evidence-based solvability calculator to be used in active nonfatal shooting investigations that should improve accuracy, uniformity, and transparency in case solvability triage decision-making.

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Cities are using "smart city" technologies to improve public services in transportation and law enforcement, such as traffic cameras and tools like license plate readers and gunshot detection systems. While these technologies can improve service delivery, their benefits are difficult to assess, and concerns exist about limited transparency and the potential misuse of collected data. GAO identified three policy options to guide in responsibly implementing these technologies.

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Empowering Law Enforcement Excellence

A Beacon of Guidance at the National Law Enforcement Knowledge Lab

Explore targeted areas such as crime and violence reduction, use of force accountability and early intervention, and recruitment and retention. Elevate your agency's performance with our guidance and support.