CID Role In Crime Prevention Case Study

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This paper explores the Army’s Criminal Investigation Division (CID) role as it pertains to military readiness. The emphasis of military readiness is clearly considered by senior military leadership as the top priority. There is a direct relationship between crime prevention and military readiness. Crime prevention techniques used by CID are explored here as they relate to the military’s ability to complete the mission. These tools and techniques should always be evolving in the ever expanding role and responsibility placed on CID pertaining to crime prevention in the military.

CID’s Role in Crime Prevention as It Relates to Military Readiness Crimes within the military undermine the overall mission and combat readiness. The role of the CID relating to crime prevention has a direct effect on military readiness. With CID’s crime prevention tools at their disposal, set forth through regulation and doctrine, they can identify potential problems in the areas of fraud, drugs and other general crimes. Additionally, through direct guidance to Soldiers and Commanders, CID …show more content…

Targeting and identifying crime conducive conditions and coordinating with Commanders to develop techniques to prevent loss of equipment or funds will serve as a Combat Multiplier (CID195-1). Both the findings and observations will assist the supported commander in deterring and reducing crime within his command and control. CID’s current role with respect to Crime Prevention Surveys can also be bolstered for future improvement. Coordinated efforts with subject matter experts should be the main focus when determining the scope of the crime prevention surveys. These actions will assist Commanders to preserve their resources and promote good order and discipline within their

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