Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs are an emerging model in public safety where prepositioned drones are deployed to immediately respond to certain calls for service, providing aerial situational awareness often before officers arrive on scene. This report defines DFR programs and their typical workflows, highlights key technologies used, and discusses technical, operational, and governance considerations for implementation.
(Publisher abstract provided.)
Similar Publications
- Evaluating a Multi-Disciplinary Response to Domestic Violence: The DVERT Program in Colorado Springs
- How Can Police Departments Better Apply Management-By-Objectives and Quality Circle Programs?
- Examining Police Presence, Tactics, and Engagement as Facilitators of Informal Social Control in High-Crime Areas