In The News: Center for Crime and Justice Policy

More than 200 Flock license plate readers are operating across the Las Vegas Valley, giving police a tool to locate stolen vehicles, missing people and suspects while raising questions about the information collected from drivers who are not accused of crimes.

More than 200 Flock license plate readers are operating across the Las Vegas Valley, giving police a tool to locate stolen vehicles, missing people and suspects while raising questions about the information collected from drivers who are not accused of crimes.
Decades after Tupac Shakur's shocking murder, jury selection began today in the trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis. Prosecutors say he ordered the 1996 drive-by shooting that killed the legendary rapper.

A botched arrest attempt by federal immigration agents last week at Harry Reid International Airport departed from several standard law enforcement practices, according to a retired FBI special agent who reviewed the incident.

FOIA request reveals hiring gains, but one-third of trooper positions still unfilled.

The incident raised questions about Nevada's Castle Doctrine, which can justify a homeowner's use of deadly force when they reasonably believe they or others face an imminent threat.

While the official festival kicks off Friday, a parade is set to run through the Las Vegas Strip tomorrow to usher in the event. With the large crowds expected, experts are emphasizing the importance of planning for security concerns, heat safety and potential medical emergencies.

While the official festival kicks off Friday, a parade is set to run through the Las Vegas Strip tomorrow to usher in the event. With the large crowds expected, experts are emphasizing the importance of planning for security concerns, heat safety and potential medical emergencies.

Heightened tensions tied to the conflict in the Middle East, along with a recent shooting in Austin that left at least two people dead last weekend, have prompted renewed warnings from former FBI officials about the risk of terrorism and the importance of reporting suspicious behavior.

Heightened tensions tied to the conflict in the Middle East, along with a recent shooting in Austin that left at least two people dead last weekend, have prompted renewed warnings from former FBI officials about the risk of terrorism and the importance of reporting suspicious behavior.

Federal and state law enforcement in Arizona are still looking for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC News anchor Savannah Guthrie. There’s hope that a found glove may contain DNA from a potential suspect.

Former FBI Special Agent and UNLV adjunct law professor Ray Johnson said one reason evidence is released sparingly is to limit the volume of false or low-quality tips investigators must evaluate.
