CRJ 305 Week 2 DQ 1 Technology in Crime Prevention

This file of CRJ 305 Week 2 Discussion Question 1 Technology in Crime Prevention consists of:

Select one of the following topics for your discussion.

a. Technology in law enforcement has taken great strides in the past 20 years. Discuss the importance of DNA Technology in the field of Crime Prevention. What dilemmas are presented with maintaining DNA Database information? State your reasoning behind support of such measures.

b. Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) has become the latest tool in addressing crime concerns. What is the primary limitation presented with a program like this? Based upon assigned readings, what are the major concerns presented to opponents of cameras and CCTV?

c. Discuss the use of computers, laptops, and software for completing criminal investigations. How has this changed the way policing and crime prevention is accomplished? What problems can technology present to the law enforcement effort?