The use of intelligence by law enforcement.
Juan R Rivera, J.D.
Juris Doctor, Retired CIA Officer, former Foreign Service Officer, Vietnam War Veteran, Author.
Law enforcement throughout most of the Western World, especially in our country, is focused on reaction, not prevention. Most law enforcement agencies do not understand or appreciate intelligence, primarily because in most cases intelligence does not come wrapped in a neat package, with all of the particulars needed for execution. Generally, intelligence comes in pieces, like in a jigsaw puzzle, and it's arduous and tedious to connect the pieces and get an image on the canvas. It's vital but not glamorous work, and law enforcement is primarily focused on action and excitement. Interestingly, many of our police organizations used the "Intelligence-led policing manual," which in most cases is long in rhetoric, short in practical application. If and when I'm elected Sheriff of Hillsborough County, Florida, I'm plan on placing greater emphasis on intelligence and prevention, without sacrificing our capability to act appropriately when warranted.
Juris Doctor, Retired CIA Officer, former Foreign Service Officer, Vietnam War Veteran, Author.
7 年Thank you Henderson. I think my CIA colleague Hector Sanchez faced the situation that you describe during his work in the New York City Police Department.
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7 年Excellent points in this piece. A consideration to keep in mind is the public confidence in operations by police called "intelligence." They typically have little, or are so uncomfortable with the idea that they open the door to special interest community groups that lead a disruptive effort at establishing such programs. We experienced this in LAPD over the course of my years there, but beginning long before my time. To be fair, there have been perceived abuses that lead to limits and even the disbanding of intell operations. But the need is there, best of luck with your goals.