Citizens often appreciate being kept informed by the police about crimes in their communities. Potential crime victims may take the appropriate precautions if they are aware of a crime problem. Failing to notify citizens about crime risks may be seen as a disservice. However, while citizens have a right to know about crime in their communities, and there are benefits to sharing the information, victims also have a right to privacy. If the location of a crime is provided, then the identity of the victim may be determined. If the crime is sensitive in nature, respecting the victim’s right to privacy is a major issue. How should police departments balance the right to know with the right to privacy?

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Citizens often appreciate being kept informed by the police about crimes in their communities. Potential crime victims may take the appropriate precautions if they are aware of a crime problem. Failing to notify citizens about crime risks may be seen as a disservice. However, while citizens have a right to know about crime in their communities, and there are benefits to sharing the information, victims also have a right to privacy. If the location of a crime is provided, then the identity of the victim may be determined. If the crime is sensitive in nature, respecting the victim’s right to privacy is a major issue. How should police departments balance the right to know with the right to privacy? 

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