Internet of Things in law enforcement agencies

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The Internet of Things trend holds great advantages that can make all of our lives easier and to provide citizens with greater personal safety. More and more commercial and personal companies have begun using this trend, which enhanced their efficiency greatly. However, not only private companies can make use of this the great benefits of IoT, but law enforcement and rescue agencies can use analyzing data from past events combined with data received in real-time from an event taking place right now. For instance, a police cruiser can be connected to the internet so it will transfer data on its surroundings to a single place that functions as a center for all the sources coming in. After doing a special analysis, the center can then transfer the data forward to those on the field, who will enjoy a broader perspective, making it easier to make the right decision in any event.

As much as law enforcement agencies seem technological and advanced today, it seems that in the future they will become even more so. The police will make use of UAVs, license plate recognition means and sensors installed on vehicles as well as on police officers themselves. The information received will be transferred to the center for analysis, and then spread out in an accessible way to forces on field as to operate in the best way in light of each situation.

The Internet of Things can also save law enforcement substantial funds. For instance, by a secured internet connection, a tesitmony can be collected from an officer who made an arrest without having to physically show up in court. This will save paying for another police officer to cover for them while they’re in court. The same can be argued for prisoners’ testimony, since technology will allow them to testify directly from prison without having to physically arrive in court. This prevents any fear for their lives while moving them to court as well as the possibility of escape.