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What is the primary purpose of the CompStat Report prepared by the CAU?
What is the primary purpose of the CompStat Report prepared by the CAU?
- To evaluate all feedback received from external customers.
- To provide weekly updates on police personnel matters.
- To assess training needs for OPD command staff.
- To identify crime events by the UPB precinct and CIB Unit. (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a type of analysis provided to OPD command staff at CompStat meetings?
Which of the following is NOT a type of analysis provided to OPD command staff at CompStat meetings?
- Statistical reporting comparisons against national and historical data.
- Monthly personnel evaluation reports. (correct)
- Crime Series/Pattern Bulletins upon discovery of patterns.
- CompStat Maps that identify crime events by location.
What steps does the CAU take to ensure accuracy before disseminating data?
What steps does the CAU take to ensure accuracy before disseminating data?
- They publish reports without pre-reviews.
- They evaluate all data and findings for accuracy. (correct)
- They compile all user feedback weekly.
- They hold monthly training sessions for staff.
What kind of feedback may the CAU request from users?
What kind of feedback may the CAU request from users?
According to CALEA Accreditation standard 15.3.1, what is emphasized in the role of the CAU?
According to CALEA Accreditation standard 15.3.1, what is emphasized in the role of the CAU?
What is the primary role of the Crime Analysis Unit (CAU) within the Omaha Police Department?
What is the primary role of the Crime Analysis Unit (CAU) within the Omaha Police Department?
Which factor is NOT included in the crime analysis conducted by the CAU?
Which factor is NOT included in the crime analysis conducted by the CAU?
What type of analysis does the CAU disseminate to the Uniform Patrol Bureau (UPB) and other law enforcement units?
What type of analysis does the CAU disseminate to the Uniform Patrol Bureau (UPB) and other law enforcement units?
Which of the following is a source of data for the CAU's analysis?
Which of the following is a source of data for the CAU's analysis?
How does the CAU collate analysis data for its reports?
How does the CAU collate analysis data for its reports?
Which statement about the dissemination of analysis products by the CAU is true?
Which statement about the dissemination of analysis products by the CAU is true?
Which factor is considered when analyzing geographical aspects of crime?
Which factor is considered when analyzing geographical aspects of crime?
What is an example of a data source the CAU may use from external parties?
What is an example of a data source the CAU may use from external parties?
Flashcards
CompStat Meetings
CompStat Meetings
A regular meeting where the CAU provides information and analysis to the OPD's command staff and Chief of Police.
CompStat Report
CompStat Report
A report that details crime events by precinct and investigative unit.
CompStat Maps
CompStat Maps
A visual representation of crime events by location.
Crime Series/Pattern Bulletins
Crime Series/Pattern Bulletins
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Monthly Crime Statistics
Monthly Crime Statistics
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What is the purpose of the Crime Analysis Unit?
What is the purpose of the Crime Analysis Unit?
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Where does the CAU get its data?
Where does the CAU get its data?
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What does the CAU do with data?
What does the CAU do with data?
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What is crime mapping?
What is crime mapping?
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How does the CAU analyze temporal factors in crime?
How does the CAU analyze temporal factors in crime?
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What are some examples of crime profile descriptors?
What are some examples of crime profile descriptors?
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Who does the Crime Analysis Unit share its findings with?
Who does the Crime Analysis Unit share its findings with?
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How does the CAU support crime prevention?
How does the CAU support crime prevention?
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Study Notes
Omaha Police Department Crime Analysis Unit (CAU) Policy
- The CAU assists the OPD in preventing and suppressing crime by providing timely and accurate crime pattern information.
- The CAU provides administrative, strategic, operational, intelligence, and tactical support to various OPD units.
- The CAU reports to the Technical and Reporting Services Bureau (TRB) Deputy Director.
Analytical Function
- The CAU collects crime analysis data from various sources.
- Record Management System
- Incident Reports
- Additional Factors Reports
- Supplementary Reports
- Field Contact Observation Cards
- Parolee Information
- Probation Information
- Pawn Records
- Other Criminal Justice Agencies
- Social Media
- Open-Source Public Information
- Data is collated based on similar or related characteristics.
- Data is analyzed to identify:
- Frequency of specific types of crime
- Frequency of calls for service
- Emerging crime trends and patterns
- Geographic factors/crime clusters
- District profile
- Events by address
- Temporal factors
- Time of day
- Day of week
- Response time
- Victim/target profile
- Suspect descriptors
- Suspect vehicle descriptors
- Suspect associates/communication
- Modus Operandi (MO) factors
- Physical evidence information
- Stolen property information
- Problem-Oriented Policing strategies
Dissemination of Findings
- Findings are distributed via email, shared network drives, bulletin, and briefings.
- Crime analysis products are provided to:
- Uniform Patrol Bureau (UPB)
- Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB)
- Other law enforcement agencies
- Products include emerging crime series, patterns, ongoing investigations, and intelligence.
Crime Series/Pattern Bulletins
- Bulletins are prepared when probable crime series or patterns are identified.
- Bulletins include relevant information and are made available to CIB and UPB personnel.
CompStat Meetings
- The CAU will provide information at CompStat meetings related to high-profile incidents, emerging crime problems, and crime series trends.
Statistical Function
- The CAU compiles and posts monthly crime statistics on the OPD website.
- Crime statistics are provided to external customers upon command approval.
References
- Previous OPD Orders (various numbers)
- CALEA Accreditation Standard 15.3.1
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