Police Cameras News & Articles

• Q&A: How LPR has changed law enforcement

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  One of the inventors of LPR cameras shares the history and evolution of these essential tools

• How to take the guesswork out of license plate identification

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  Optical character recognition technology and artificial intelligence lead to more accurate license plate readings

• How ‘green cameras’ can improve more than just traffic safety

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  ALPR-integrated cameras paired with data analysis software can police criminal activity as well as manage hazardous greenhouse gases

• How smart buildings can assist public safety response

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  An arena wired with a range of leading-edge sensors including video, audio, particulate sensors and occupancy detectors demonstrates an essential use case

• Spotlight: JENOPTIK dedicated to making communities safer with advanced civil security solutions

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  Jenoptik first equipped police vehicles with cameras as far back as 1955, and was also the first to develop and market ALPR technology in 1979

• 'We stopped getting angry letters': Why bodycams need to reflect real life and not just a point of view

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  An officer shares how a 360-degree body cam effectively addresses concerns that some bodycam footage only tells part of the story

• How to buy video surveillance equipment (eBook)

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  Download this Police1 video surveillance equipment buying guide to learn key steps for product selection, purchasing and implementation

• Viridian Weapon Technologies to showcase FACT Duty Weapon-Mounted Camera at SHOT Show

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  Viridian's weapon-mounted camera provides a view of use-of-force events from the end of the firearm

• San Diego police praise 'Smart Street Light' program; critics want public involvement, oversight

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  The cameras, which are tucked into high-tech street lights, have helped investigators identify suspects, increase public safety

• Understanding the functionality of smartphones in policing

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  Here's a partial listing of what you can do today using a combination of smartphone functions, specific applications, internet access and supporting peripherals

• Spotlight: Covert Law Enforcement specializes in outdoor long-range surveillance equipment, designed for covert law enforcement investigations

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  Covert Law provides solutions to virtually every aspect of covert criminal investigations.

• How to buy thermal imaging cameras (eBook)

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  Download this Police1 thermal imaging cameras buying guide to learn key steps for product selection, purchasing and implementation

• Product review: MIOPS wireless camera remote

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  A cost-effective solution to the problem of differing levels of timed exposures in crime scenes

• Minn. PD outfits officers with gun-mounted cameras

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  The 3.2-ounce, 3-inch long camera sits in front of the trigger and activates video and audio as soon as an officer pulls the gun from the holster

• How a high definition camera system can increase your reactionary gap

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  Often officers struggle with getting enough distance in volatile scenarios

• How to buy tactical surveillance cameras

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  Using a tactical surveillance camera is a smart safety tactic all SWAT teams can deploy in a multitude of scenarios

• How one Florida PD uses license plate readers to catch criminals

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  An automated license plate reader system helps police in a Miami suburb develop leads and close cases

• How to find grants to support tactical gear and other special ops needs

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  Hundreds of federal, state, corporate and private foundation grant-funding opportunities support specialized law enforcement equipment and gear

• Spotlight: Blue Line Innovations offers the first 360-degree body camera

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  Blue Line Innovations’ main goal is to improve officer and public safety with products designed by cops, for cops

• How AI software could monitor real-time camera feeds to detect criminal behavior

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  Using AI and facial recognition software for real-time crime reporting is the next logical progression in how police are already using existing technology

• 2018 Police Video Guide: The emerging tech, training and tactics shaping law enforcement

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  We explore training and tactics for best utilizing these tools and key considerations for procurement in this guide to the emerging video technologies shaping LE

• Minn. shooting shows challenge, learning curve with police body cams

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  Millions of dollars in grants have helped make the cameras standard equipment in major cities, but their effectiveness depends on the officers who wear them

• Chicago Cubs give $1M to install street security cameras

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  The cameras, which will be connected to the city's network of surveillance cameras, are the latest step by the Cubs to enhance security

• Fla. police testing gun-mounted cameras

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  The St. Petersburg Police Department is testing gun mounted cameras and bodycams and weighing the pros and cons

• How to make your case for a 21st century predictive policing program

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  Learn why every agency needs a predictive policing program and where to find grants to pay for it

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