# Evidence-Based Policing

> Actionable information for law enforcement and community safety. (iPhone/iPad app by The Police Foundation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/evidence-based-policing/id1047674581 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [The Police Foundation](https://appshunter.io/developer/929265950)
- Category: Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-10-24
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/evidence-based-policing/id1047674581/reviews.md

## What is Evidence?

"The Evidence-Based Policing App is a project of the Police Foundation, a national, non-profit organization dedicated to improving policing through science and innovation.  The App was developed in partnership with George Mason University’s Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy’s (CEBCP) and the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP).  The Evidence-Based Policing App is designed to provide law enforcement officers, crime prevention advocates, community members and others on the front-lines of community safety with quick, actionable information to confront crime and safety problems and to improve law enforcement.  Although supporting research is made available in the App, it has been designed to “get to the point” and provide practitioners with immediate action steps without requiring research or hours of reading and discerning scientific materials to determine what works. 
 
While a substantial portion of the strategies identified in the App have been derived from CEBCP’s Evidence-Based Policing Matrix Project, the App also offers limited practical tips and strategies in emerging areas of concern or focus that can be considered ideas worthy of careful exploration and experimentation, but don’t yet have the required research support to be considered “evidence-based or “evidence-informed.”
 
Additionally, the App provides easily consumed summaries of key research and evaluation literature to support practitioners and policymakers in their need to embrace science in policing and to remain aware of and understand the research that contributes to our understanding of what works. 
 
The Police Foundation and its partner organizations are committed to expanding the App’s content and usefulness and as funding resources are identified, new material and features can be added. We recognize that the App is a “living” resource, to be further developed and expanded over time.  For more about the Police Foundation, visit www.policefoundation.org"

## Key features

- Actionable crime-fighting information
- Summaries of key research
- Practical tips and strategies
- Designed for quick understanding
- Supports community safety initiatives


## Frequently asked questions about Evidence

### What is Evidence-Based Policing?

Evidence-Based Policing provides law enforcement and community members with quick, actionable information to confront crime and safety problems. It aims to improve policing by making scientific research easily accessible and applicable.

### Who developed the Evidence-Based Policing app?

The Evidence-Based Policing app is a project of the Police Foundation, developed in partnership with George Mason University’s Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy and the International Association of Chiefs of Police.

### Is Evidence-Based Policing available on Android?

Based on the provided data, Evidence-Based Policing is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Information regarding Android compatibility is not available.

### How often is Evidence-Based Policing updated?

The app was last updated on November 6, 2015, with version 0.1.57. The developers are committed to expanding content as funding resources are identified.

### What is the rating for Evidence-Based Policing?

Evidence-Based Policing has a rating of 2.7 stars from 3 ratings. This indicates a mixed user reception based on the limited available data.

### Does Evidence-Based Policing have ads?

No, Evidence-Based Policing does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions.

### What age rating is Evidence-Based Policing?

Evidence-Based Policing has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for a broad audience, including younger users, though its content is primarily aimed at professionals.

### Can I find emerging strategies in Evidence-Based Policing?

Yes, the app offers limited practical tips and strategies in emerging areas that are worthy of exploration. While these may not yet have extensive research support, they are presented as ideas for careful consideration.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 0.1.57 — 2015-11-06

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Improved splash screen handling

### 0.1.55 — 2015-10-24

- Updated the icon
- Improved the splash screen experience
- Added navigation buttons to assist in navigating additional resources

### 0.1.36 — 2015-10-21

No release notes.

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