Founded in 2002 as a University-wide center, based at the School of Criminal Justice, the Rutgers Center on Public Security (RCPS) offers a multi-disciplinary approach to the academic study and practical application of ways in which democratic societies can effectively address crime, terrorism and other threats to public security. This involves the prevention of, protection from, and response to natural or human-made events that could endanger the safety or security of people or property in a given area.

RCPS Mission:

To engage in innovative data analysis and information dissemination for strategic decision making and tactical response;

To develop innovative and practical methods for research, evaluation, threat assessment, and crisis management;

To improve public safety and security through scholarly inquiry, interdisciplinary collaboration, and applied research;

To coordinate discussions and consultations across academic, professional, corporate and governmental agencies.

Center for Law & Justice

Fifth Floor

123 Washington Street

Newark, NJ 07102

© 2009 RCPS

Updated October 02, 2009