Description
The proliferation of information systems throughout the criminal justice system has prompted many universities supporting criminal justice programs to add criminal justice information systems technology to their curriculums. Several universities have gone so far as to hire professors with specializations in information technology and to offer criminal justice information systems as an area of concentration.
Introduction to Criminal Justice Information Systems gives an overview of the various software systems and technologies currently used in the criminal justice environment. The book covers a variety of topics critical to each member of the criminal justice system: police, prosecutor, courts, and corrections. It details the current systems in use, how they are used, and how separate systems interact with others. It also suggests how the current technology and the processes built upon it will evolve.
While designed as a textbook to meet the needs of an introductory criminal justice information technology course, Introduction to Criminal Justice Information Systems is also a flexible resource useful to professionals in relevant areas of the criminal justice system. With rapidly increasing development and use of technology in modern law enforcement, this book provides a much-needed reference for those who are responsible for its implementation as well as an essential introduction to those who will become responsible for it. An instructor's manual is available as an electronic download upon request.
Table of Contents
Overview of Criminal Justice Information Systems
Introduction
The Evolution of CJISs
Exploring Criminal Justice Enterprise Computing
Data Warehousing and Data Mining
Workgroup Applications in Criminal Justice Agencies
Current Trends in CJISs
References
Justice Information System Standards and National Systems
Introduction
Hypertext Markup Language
Extensible Markup Language
Uniform Crime Reports
Law Enforcement Online
National Law Enforcement Telecommunication System
Law Enforcement Information Technology Standards Council
World Wide Web
References
9-1-1: Its History, Current Status, and the Next Generation
Introduction
Basic 9-1-1: How It Works
Enhanced 9-1-1
Challenges Faced by the 9-1-1 System
Next Generation 9-1-1
References
Police Computer-Aided Dispatch Systems
Introduction
System Performance Requirements
Administrative Functions
Calls for Service Data Transfer
CAD System Baseline Functions
Call Entry Process
Dispatch Process
Supervisory Function
Administrative Function
CAD Mapping
References
Police Record Management Systems
Introduction
Enterprise Information System
Reference
Police Workgroup Applications
Workgroup Applications
Summary
References
Mobile Computing
Mobile Computing
History of Mobile Computing
Data Radio and Wireless Technology as Transport Mediums
Mobile Computing and Dispatch Operations
Field Report Writing
The Mobile Office
The Future of Mobile Computing
References
Crime Analysis and Crime Mapping
Introduction
The History of Crime Analysis
Intelligence Analysis
Intelligence-Led Policing
GISs and Crime Mapping
Crime Mapping Types
Crime Analysis and Information Technology
Information Technology and Crime Analysis
References
Corrections Information Technology
Introduction
History of Corrections Information Technology
Jail Booking/Intake Systems
Corrections Management Information Systems
Doctors, Dentists, and Nurses
Inmate Medical Billing
Inmate Accounting
Commissary and Food Service Management
Sentence Management
Schedule Management
Jail and Prison Management External Systems Interface Requirements
Integration with AFISs and Mug Shot Systems
References
Prosecutor Information Management Systems
Prosecutorial System
History of Prosecutorial Systems
Prosecutor Record Management Information System Overview
References
Court Management Information Systems
Introduction to Court Management Information Systems
Court Docket Module
Master Name Index
Sentencing and Rulings
Warrants
Electronic Ticketing
Court Minutes
Court Scheduling
Ad Hoc Search Capability
Standardized Reports
Integrated Justice Information Systems and Court Management Software
References
The Challenges of Implementing a Criminal Justice Information System
Critical Success Factors in Implementing Criminal Justice Information Systems
Functional Requirement Specification
Development of an FRS
Development of the Request for Proposal
Implementing the System
The Role of the "Executive" Champion
The Role of the Project Manager
The End User and Managing Their Expectations
Project Planning
Scope Creep and How to Manage It
Test Plans and Procedures
Bringing a New System Operational
System Documentation
Daily Support for Installed Systems
Change Management Ensuring Systems Are Used to Their Fullest Potential
User Groups and Criminal Justice Information Systems
Managing System Growth and Budgeting for Change
References
The Future of Technology in Law Enforcement
Introduction
Driving Forces Influencing Technology Adoption
The Pervasive Use of Video
Further Development of Social Media
Smartphone and Tablet Technology
Collaboration Technologies
Continuing Innovation
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