Technology and policing global perspectives and policy implications James F. Albrecht, Garth den Heyer, editors

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Albrecht, James F.

Contributor:

Albrecht, James F., editor.

Den Heyer, Garth, editor.

Series:

Law and Criminology Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Police--Technological innovations.

Police.

Crime analysis--Data processing.

Crime analysis.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Cham Springer [2026]

Summary:

This book offers a global and critical investigation into how technology is transforming the practices, cultures, and ethics of policing. Through international case studies spanning the United States, South Africa, New Zealand, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Nigeria, and Australia, it explores the integration of crime analysis, predictive policing, cybercrime response, surveillance tools, and artificial intelligence into law enforcement operations. The chapters examine how technological tools-from real-time data systems to drones and AI-are increasingly central to crime prevention and investigation. Yet, rather than treating these tools as neutral or universally beneficial, the book foregrounds the institutional, cultural, and political contexts in which they operate. It considers how these technologies reflect and reinforce existing assumptions about crime, risk, and criminality, often in ways that disproportionately impact marginalized communities. Drawing on the perspectives of both experienced practitioners and academic researchers, the book critically engages with issues such as the portrayal of policing technologies in media, the ethical limits of AI in law enforcement, and the challenges faced by police agencies in responding to cybercrime. It additionally highlights how police organizations navigate the promises and perils of technology, often without adequate oversight, resources and financial budgeting, and how innovation can sometimes outpace accountability and organizational implementation. By examining how technologies are deployed, interpreted, and contested within specific policing environments, this volume contributes to wider discussions around surveillance, data justice, and algorithmic governance. It offers practical insights and policy recommendations aimed at improving police effectiveness while addressing the social implications of emerging technologies and their use by police agencies

Contents:

Chapter 1. COMPSTAT: The Origins of Crime Analysis in the New York City Police Department

Chapter 2. A New Era in Policing: Examining the Structure of the New Zealand Command Centers

Chapter 3. Crime Analysis: What it is and how it isPortrayed by Opposing Attorneys

Chapter 4. The Use of Technology to Evaluate Crime Trends and Predict Criminal Incidents in South Africa

Chapter 5. Examining Predictive Policing Models implemented in the United States

Chapter 6. The Role of Technology in Law Enforcement and Predictive Policing

Chapter 7. Policing Cybercrime

Chapter 8. Deploying Police Volunteers to Combat Cybercrime in the United Kingdom

Chapter 9. Response to Bullying and Cyberbullying: Strategies for Rural Law Enforcement

Chapter 10. Drones in Law Enforcement: Applications, Challenges, and Future Directions

Chapter 11. Effective Utilization and Legal Guidelines when using Technology and Surveillance in Criminal Investigations

Chapter 12. Analyzing the Fundamentals and Practices of Police Surveillance in Counter-terrorism Operations in Nigeria

Chapter 13. The Future of Artificial Intelligence in Policing: Challenges and Opportunities in Australia

Chapter 14. Integrating Global Artificial Intelligence Ethical Standards and Best Practices into Police Department Policies

Chapter 15. Exploring the Depictions of Police Technology and Artificial Intelligence in American Films and TV series

Notes:

Includes index

Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed May 27, 2026)

Includes bibliographical references and index

Other Format:

Print version Albrecht, James F. Technology and Policing

ISBN:

9783032221384

3032221382

OCLC:

1592990804

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license