The Police Executive Research Foundation study highlighted needs within police departments, including?

The study conducted by the Police Executive Research Foundation emphasized the importance of enhancing collaboration between law enforcement agencies and prosecutors. This connection can lead to more effective prosecution of cases, ensuring that evidence is properly handled, and that both police and prosecutors are aligned in their objectives. Coordination can help streamline processes, reduce misunderstandings, and ultimately ensure justice is served more efficiently.

While community policing and outreach are certainly vital for building relationships with the community, the particular focus of the study indicated that strengthening ties with the prosecutorial system could significantly improve overall law enforcement effectiveness and case outcomes. The need for better coordination with prosecutors directly addresses some of the systemic challenges faced by police departments in their operational framework.