Definition
.Category that brings together a set of initiatives, practices or types of interventions that share the same strategic focus ("what" they intend to do and/or problems they intend to solve or mitigate) and the same forms of action and approach ("how" they intend to address problems and advance their purposes).
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Evaluated cases
Definition
These are examples of practical application of each type of solution included in the platform. They correspond, in general, to specific initiatives or programs through which a set of activities are implemented, developed and executed in an articulated manner, seeking to mobilize a set of resources (physical, human, financial or technological) in favor of the realization of a common objective and purpose and the achievement of a set of clearly identified and specified results.
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Effective cases
Definition
.The classification of a case as "effective" means that there is consistent and robust evidence (i.e., assessed by research using Maryland Scale Level 5 methodology) that the implementation of the program/initiative contemplated in that case generated a positive impact on the intended and evaluated outcome variables ("outcomes").
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Video Surveillance Cameras
Mixed Evidence
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There is evidence of a modest impact on crime, and its effectiveness varies according to the location. It is most effective to prevent crime in parking lots and least effective in city centers, homes, and public transportation. However, there is no evidence of its impact on violent crime and disorder.
Public Lighting
Mixed Evidence
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There is evidence that it reduces overall crime (especially residential burglary and theft in general). However, there is no evidence of its impact on violent crime.
Access Barriers
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Have had a positive impact on the reduction of residential burglaries.
License Plate Scanner
No Effect
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Although useful for optimizing vehicle identification, there is no evidence that it has an impact on crime.
Automobile Ignition Interlocks
Effective
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Have led to a reduction in alcohol-related traffic violations.
Retail Tags
Mixed Evidence
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The evidence is mixed, but there are indications that more visible tags can have an impact on shoplifting levels.
Firearms Regulation
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Has had a positive impact on the reduction of crime rates in general and violent crime in particular.
Restrictions on Sale of Alcoholic Beverages
Mixed Evidence
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Has generated reductions in alcohol-related harms; however, more rigorous studies are needed to establish its effectiveness in reducing interpersonal violence.
Pricing of Alcoholic Beverages
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Has had a positive impact on reducing traffic accidents, injuries, and deaths; to a lesser extent, it has also reduced crime and violence associated with alcohol consumption.
Some types of solutions were not included in the Evidence Bank due to the absence of systematic reviews and meta-analyses that have evaluated them, or due to weaknesses identified in existing evaluations. Click here to see the list of types identified but not included in the Evidence Bank.
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