Criminal Intelligence
/ˈkrɪmɪnəl ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒəns/
Definitions
- (n.) Information gathered and analyzed about criminal activities and organizations to aid law enforcement and judicial processes.
The police used criminal intelligence to predict and prevent potential crimes.
Forms
- criminal intelligence
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Commentary
Criminal intelligence is distinct from general intelligence in that it specifically targets information to prevent or solve crimes, often requiring legal oversight to balance privacy and security concerns.
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