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Crime Prevention
Crime deterrence and investigation are not the only applications of CCTV, however, chances are that it may at least be a factor of why many seek the benefits of a surveillance video system. Although effective at deterring and solving crime, CCTV should be recognized as just one tool that compliments a larger defensive effort to keep you, your family, and property safe. Most experts agree that awareness and preparation are key to stopping those who would like to make you a victim.  In the following sections you can find links to a wealth of information in the areas of security, crime prevention, and personal safety.

Expert Knowledge on Security, Loss Prevention, and Safety
Security Articles by Chris E. McGoey, CPP, CSP, CAM
Personal Safety Videos
Chris McGoey is one of the world's premier experts in the fields of security management, crime, and loss prevention.  He specializes in the anticipation, recognition, and prevention of crime on most property types. His offices are located near Los Angeles, California, but he is known internationally as an author, trainer, and speaker.  He has hosted the Crime Doctor  Website online since 1996 as a community service by providing practical advice about security, crime, loss prevention, and avoiding liability.  We have found his website and articles to be the single most complete, well-written, and useful resource available on these subjects.  Click on the above links to directly load articles from the Crime Doctor Website into a new browser window.
Please note that while permission has been graciously granted for us to use the above links, Chris Goey does not endorse nor is connected in any way to WattWire.

Local Police Departments
The recently renovated San Jose Police Department website is an excellent resource with community service in mind. Click here for to see a wide selection of topics they have published on crime prevention.
The Los Gatos Police Department provides a nice web site displaying bulletins, press releases, and outlining the first class service they provide.  In addition to a number of online forms, there's even a vacation check form residents can use to schedule a police drive by of their residence while they are away on a trip.
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