Executive Summary
Crime Commission is an effective partner in crime reduction
- Violent crime rate in Memphis is down 23% 1997-2003
Crime Commission
- is a catalyst for reform in criminal justice processes
- provides objectivity and ensures data integrity in crime research
- collaborates with stakeholders to target crime reduction
Continued involvement of the Crime Commission to institute best practices for crime reduction strategies is necessary for the future economic vitality of Memphis & Shelby County