Enhancing Law Enforcement with Raytheon-Innovated Technology: A Q&A with Captain Parker from the LA County Sheriff’s Department

Summary

In this Q&A, Captain Parker from the LA County Sheriff’s Department discusses how Raytheon’s BlueCheck device integrated into his department’s patrol cars has improved law enforcement. The device allows officers to fingerprint suspects in the field to verify their identity, and a mobile computer displays their picture and other pertinent information. Other features include mapping that tracks the movements of sister patrol cars in the same area, and a system that geotags items thrown out of fleeing vehicles in real-time, making retrieval much easier. Captain Parker also reveals what technology he hopes Raytheon will produce next for law enforcement.

Table of Contents

• BlueCheck and Mobile Computer Verification
• Tagging and Mapping System
• Geotagging for Finding Discarded Items
• Future Development

Introduction

Captain Parker from the LA County Sheriff’s Department is interviewed about how Raytheon’s technology has revolutionized the way law enforcement operates in the field. He elaborates on the BlueCheck device which is integrated into some of their patrol cars and other features that have significantly improved their ability to apprehend suspects while keeping officers safe.

Q&A

BlueCheck and Mobile Computer Verification

• What is the BlueCheck device and how does it work?

  The BlueCheck device is a small smartphone-like device that law enforcement officers use to fingerprint someone in the field when they have a legal reason to detain someone. The thumbprint is then run through a mobile digital computer that displays the suspect’s picture and identity.

• How has the BlueCheck device and mobile computer verification changed law enforcement operations?

  The technology allows officers to verify a suspect’s identity without having to take them down to the station, which can be time-consuming and a hassle for everyone involved. The verification process is faster, safer, and more efficient for law enforcement officers.

Conclusion

Raytheon’s integration of cutting-edge technology into law enforcement operations has made a tremendous impact in enhancing the abilities of officers in the field. From BlueCheck fingerprint devices to mapping systems and geotagging technology, law enforcement officers can now respond faster, more effectively, and safely to solve crimes and protect the community. As Captain Parker suggests, it is exciting to consider what other innovations Raytheon and other tech companies can bring to enhance law enforcement even further.