Combating Organized Retail Theft: Prosecutorial Strategies and Collaborative Solutions

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Organized Retail Theft, defined by the FBI as large-scale theft of retail goods for resale, is a growing national issue, with 70% of retailers reporting increased incidents by repeat offenders. This has contributed to a rise in retail losses to $112.1 billion in 2022, sparking legislative and law enforcement responses in states like California, Washington, and New York. In response, prosecutors and industry experts are collaborating to address this escalating problem.

The Future of Prosecutor Community Outreach: Community Advisory Boards

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In this paper, the NBP explores the use of Community Advisory Boards for building stronger community partnerships and improving prosecutors’ role in the criminal justice process.  Offices interested in creating a Board will find information about how to create a Board, conduct its work, and evaluate the results.