Law enforcement agencies have to do more with less, yet the challenges of public safety are becoming more complex. Despite funding hurdles, several agencies are finding success tapping into technologies like predictive policing and data analytics to do their jobs. Tune in to Market Intelligence SLED consultant, Rachel Eckert, as she explores how law enforcement is using technology to stretch finite resources and offers insight into how companies should target law enforcement, what programs agencies are undertaking and what solutions are in demand.
Overall S&L Spending = Navigator says $8.7B in Public Safety & Justice (about 8.4% of spending) up from $7.6B last year
18K local law enforcement agencies
3,063 sheriff
50 state police
1,733 special jurisdiction
638 constable / marshall
12,500 local police
There are 38,266 special districts in SLED
14,577 environmental/housing
5,865 fire protection
5,235 multiple function districts
4,115 utilities
1,883 education services
1,762 transportation
1,692 cemeteries
1,671 social services
1,243 other single function districts
223 industrial development & mortgage credit
From Census.gov State & Local Finances Survey