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Real Time Crime Centers are the future of policing. Police are operating under an increased public demand for accountability and a demand for quicker response times. Meanwhile, criminals continue to adapt to ever evolving technology, creating new criminal pathways and demands on police investigations. But how can the demand be met amid stretched resources?

Road markings guide and warn drivers as well as regulate traffic. Markings may be red, blue, yellow or white. They may be used alone or in combinations. Each has a different meaning. Read the Signs, Signals and Markings section to learn about traffic control devices, road signs, signals at the intersections, road markings and right-of-way laws. This basic information will be the first step on the way to excellent driving.

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The need to for a real time crime center, information center or operations center, in every major police department, is the only viable answer to the equation. Take the next step from reactive to pro-active policing.

Traffic signals, signs and pavement markings are used for traffic control to provide a smooth, orderly flow of traffic. Traffic signals apply to drivers, motorcycle riders, bicyclists, moped-riders and pedestrians. They convey important information about the road conditions, potential hazards and other obstacles.