Spatial analysis is central to crime science, yet the primary medium used to communicate spatial findings remains the static map. While static cartography effectively illustrates broad spatial patterns, it is often limited in its ability to convey …
Natural disasters can fundamentally disrupt the social and physical environments of urban areas, reshaping the conditions under which crime occurs. This study examines how major wildfires have influenced crime patterns across Los Angeles County, CA, …
Government responses to violence associated with organized criminal groups have traditionally emphasized offender-based strategies aimed at incapacitating individuals and disrupting criminal organizations. Despite their long-standing use, these …
Objectives- Recent federal mandates have intensified expectations for local law enforcement to engage in immigration enforcement. This study examines how frontline officers exercise discretion in such contexts, focusing on how situational cues, …
Purpose- The Atlanta Beltline is a 22-mile urban trail and greenspace network. This large-scale urban redevelopment project aims to create a vibrant public space. This study evaluates its impact on neighborhood crime. Methods- We employ a staggered …
One of the best examples of balancing conservation with recreation-based tourism is the United States National Park System. With millions of visits per year in many parks, incidents of disorder are inevitable. Despite the limited amount of past …
Chinese investment in port infrastructure has expanded significantly worldwide, raising concerns about its broader geopolitical and economic implications. This exploratory study, the first of its kind to build a global database of Chinese-affiliated …
Objectives- Public transportation systems experience dynamic changes over time to accommodate growing cities, yet evaluations of their impact on crime often focus on shorter, static periods. This study examines the long-term relationship between …
Criminal justice is deeply connected to society, with policing and corrections under much recent global scrutiny. Teaching complex subjects is common, but criminal justice classes are uniquely challenging. Students seeking policing or corrections …
Background- Neighbourhood-level social determinants of health (’SDOHs’) have been linked to negative health outcomes which may include elevated risk of firearm- related injury. This study investigates whether certain SDOHs, including average drive …