NCJ Number
93472
Date Published
1984
Length
19 pages
Annotation
An associate attorney general from the Department of Justice (DOJ) describes activities of the Law Enforcement Coordinating Committees (LECC) and DOJ's monitoring procedures, emphasizing its commitment to both the concept of cooperative law enforcement and the LECC.
Abstract
In response to a recommendation of the Attorney General's Task Force on Violent Crime, there is presently an LECC operating under the direction of each of the 93 United States Attorneys. The LECC's were not intended to be standardized in either structure or policy, but instead reflect the special needs and priorities of each jurisdiction. They contain representatives from Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies, but often have members from corrections, courts, and the military. Some meet frequently as a full committee, while others rely on subcommittees. An example of a subcommittee's activities is the effort of the violent crime subcommittee of the Northern District of Illinois LECC to develop procedures to facilitate firearms prosecutions. Other subcommittees have focused on victim/witness services, legislation, training and technical assistance, and the cross-designation of prosecutors. The DOJ has provided management support and technical assistance to the LECC's, monitors all activities, and reviews all district law enforcement plans. Other Federal investigative agencies have provided management support. A speakers program can supply experts from DOJ and other agencies to address committee meetings. Information from all LECC's is disseminated through a newsletter and special mailings. A permanent oversight committee meets periodically to discuss issues of concern and make recommendations. Finally, the DOJ is undertaking additional monitoring measures and has proposed creating 94 new positions for LECC/victim-witness coordinators.