NCJ Number
111017
Date Published
1987
Length
83 pages
Annotation
Radio communication for law enforcement agencies in Riverside County, Calif. is becoming outdated as a result of overcrowded frequencies and delays in transmission. This in turn raises concerns for police officer safety.
Abstract
This study examined the communication requirements of these agencies and possible solutions to the problem, including satellite, microwave, and ultra and very high frequency (UHF and VHF) radio frequencies. In addition, a survey was conducted of executives in the fields of law enforcement and communications, and results were used to develop scenarios for future police communication systems. The scenario advocated would use the 800 MHZ trunked network radio system. Strategic, implementation, and transition plans for putting such a system in operation are presented. The proposed system would alleviate current problems, permit county-wide communications among emergency personnel, and provide channels for normal voice communications and for digital transmissions for use in CRT's in patrol vehicles. 10 tables, 5 figures, 5 references, appendixes.