Revisiting the influence of police response time: Examining the effects of response time on arrest and how it varies by call type

Rachael Rief and Jessica Huff

Journal of Criminal Justice, 2023, vol. 84, issue C

Abstract: This study returns to one of the first operational aspects of policing ever studied – response time. After years of technological and analytical advancements, we examine the effect of response time on arrest and consider whether the influence of response time varies across precincts and crime types to inform operational strategies.

Keywords: Response time; Arrest; Calls for service; Crime type (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrimjus.2022.102025

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