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NIJ JOURNAL EXAMINES IMPACT OF LESS-LETHAL WEAPONS AND TACTICS

WASHINGTON - The Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs (OJP) today announced the availability of the NIJ Journal #267. The cover story discusses less-lethal alternatives, such as conducted energy devices (e.g., Tasers), in use of force situations. The Journal also looks at a method of DNA analysis that may extend the timeline for collecting evidence in sexual assaults; equipment for protecting law enforcement officers from chemical, biological, nuclear and radiological threats; and methods for predicting crime "hot spots."

About the NIJ Journal

The NIJ Journal features articles to help criminal justice policymakers and practitioners stay informed about new developments. The NIJ Journal presents research-based information that can help inform policy decisions and improve understanding of the criminal justice system.

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The Office of Justice Programs, headed by Assistant Attorney General Laurie O. Robinson, provides federal leadership in developing the nation's capacity to prevent and control crime, administer justice, and assist victims. OJP has five component bureaus: the Bureau of Justice Assistance; the Bureau of Justice Statistics; the National Institute of Justice; the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention; and the Office for Victims of Crime. Additionally, OJP has two program offices: the Community Capacity Development Office, which incorporates the Weed and Seed strategy, and the Office of Sex Offender Sentencing, Monitoring, Apprehending, Registering, and Tracking (SMART). More information can be found at https://ojp.gov.