Authors: PCE, National Policing Institute
This article provides a basic understanding of gunshot detection system technology, its investigative and evidentiary value, and issues prosecutors may encounter when trying to admit gunshot detection system evidence at trial.
Author: PCE’s National Best Practices Committee (NBP)
This paper discusses the importance of understanding prosecutor caseloads and workloads, and the challenges researchers have faced in studying this issue.
On September 15, 2023, PCE hosted a Pop-Up that discussed how prosecutors must take the lead in ensuring their offices have adequate cybersecurity and cyber emergency preparedness.
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Authors: PCE
This article provides an overview of the nation’s sealing and expungement statutes as it applies to adults.
Author: PCE’s National Best Practices Committee (NBP)
This paper details the jobs and tasks that may not have existed in the prosecution office of the past. These positions might be added in an individual office, shared by a group of offices through mutual agreement, or be attached to a state prosecution association. In some offices one person may handle one or more of the responsibilities listed.
Author: PCE’s National Best Practices Committee (NBP)
The traditional role of the prosecutor is as a minister of justice who enforces the law and seeks justice. Modern prosecutors are viewing their roles more expansively to include crime prevention, problem solving and innovation. This publication explores the new roles of a modern prosecutor.
Author: PCE Staff
PCE at Work: An Annual Recap
Authors: PCE
A list of statutes relevant to sealing and expungement as of 2023.
On February 7, 2023 PCE hosted a Pop-Up on workplace crimes and injustice.
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New York County District Attorney’s Office (New York, NY)
Population: 1,630,000 | Number of Full-Time Prosecutors: 525
In Manhattan, the District Attorney’s Office of New York, brought in expert instructors to train investigators and prosecutors in Science Based Interview (SBI) techniques derived from research conducted by members of U.S. Intelligence Agencies in support of the High Value Detainee Interrogation Group. The methods of interviewing are based on scientific research and designed to improve communication with suspects, victims and witnesses.