Gathering accurate data probably constitutes one of the mostimportant aspects of crime investigation and prevention. Howdo we put the data to use? How can we improve our methods ofhandling the information we collect? By describing a projectfor the development and implementation of a computerizedcrime-mapping system in the Chicago area, this book makes asignificant contribution toward a more efficient andintelligent use of crime data to understand and preventcrime in a community setting.

Gathering accurate data probably constitutes one of the mostimportant aspects of crime investigation and prevention. Howdo we put the data to use? How can we improve our methods ofhandling the information we collect? By describing a projectfor the development and implementation of a computerizedcrime-mapping system in the Chicago area, this book makes asignificant contribution toward a more efficient andintelligent use of crime data to understand and preventcrime in a community setting.