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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

School of Government

Justice Systems Research Team

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Policing & Responding

Keeping communities safe and upholding the rule of law 

Law enforcement and the communities they serve want effective responses to crime and other problems. They want policing that promotes safety and trust. And many are seeking alternative responses for behavioral and social issues  that connect people to services to address root causes of behavior. Our research and data help stakeholders explore and implement effective solutions. 

Research

Find the data, analysis, and examples you need to understand and navigate the system. Our research organizes complex information and highlights key insights. Learn about different approaches that have been implemented and evaluated across North Carolina. Many of our resources provide practical guidance that stakeholders can adapt to their own communities.

The CARE Team: Evaluating a Civilian Response Pilot in Orange County, NC
Report
Evaluating a Mental Health Co-Responder Program in Burlington, NC
Report
Alternative Responder Programs

Collection

Explore the policing & responding toolbox

Find what you need—or discover new pathways—by drawing from our extensive collection of reports, projects, research, data dashboards, and much more.