Statistical data is used to solve crime and find patterns of behavior. This is especially relevant when working to develop new policies. You have been asked to submit a proposal to your local city council in support of a community or proactive policing, provide some context related to the collection, analysis, and application of data in creating policies.

Research a program in community policing or proactive policing that you support.

• Explain the issues surrounding the collection of data of the selected program.
• Share an example of the analysis of that data and explain if you feel it is reliable. Why or why not?
• Describe how the use of that data matters as it relates to the interpretation of the data. Explain how that relates to the policy you selected.
• Explain how statistical data be utilized in criminal justice policy making.