Michigan Public Policy Survey Questions and Data Tables

Thinking about the positives and negatives of using facial recognition technology  (e.g., financial impacts, reduced crime, community opposition to a technology, etc.), do you agree or disagree that they have been a worthwhile investment for your community?    (Among jurisdictions which report their primary law enforcement agency already uses this equipment)

Thinking about the positives and negatives of predictive policing tools (e.g., using AI to help anticipate or assess crime)  (e.g., financial impacts, reduced crime, community opposition to a technology, etc.), do you agree or disagree that they have been a worthwhile investment for your community?

In some places, automated tools make assessments about public safety risks that in the past were made by people. For example, keyword tracking software may be used to monitor social media for events where a crime might happen. In your opinion, are the assessments made by these tools generally more or less accurate than those made by humans? 

Some people believe that law enforcement officers whose actions cause harm or violate individuals’ civil rights should be held legally accountable. Others think they should be protected due to the nature of their job. Although every case is unique, in general, do you agree or disagree that law enforcement officers should be held legally accountable if they are found to have engaged in misconduct?

In your opinion, overall, how confident are residents in your community that instances of law enforcement officers’ misconduct will be dealt with effectively?

Regardless of whether or not various systems are currently in place to address law enforcement misconduct, to what extent would you support or oppose a nationwide and/or statewide database identifying law enforcement officers with misconduct charges or job terminations, accessible only to law enforcement agencies?

Regardless of whether or not various systems are currently in place to address law enforcement misconduct, to what extent would you support or oppose a nationwide and/or statewide misconduct database, accessible to the public?

Regardless of whether or not various systems are currently in place to address law enforcement misconduct, to what extent would you support or oppose formal penalties for law enforcement agencies that fail to review a potential hire’s history of misconduct with previous department(s)?

Regardless of whether or not various systems are currently in place to address law enforcement misconduct, to what extent would you support or oppose a formal decertification process for officers in Michigan found to have engaged in felonies or other illegal acts?

Regardless of whether or not the primary law enforcement agency serving your jurisdiction currently has a formal civilian oversight commission or board that can review issues or complaints regarding its operations, do you support or oppose having one for your primary law enforcement agency? (Among jurisdictions that provide law enforcement services directly or indirectly)

Now, thinking about sources of information on policing strategies and practice, in general, how much do you trust examples from law enforcement agencies in neighboring or similar communities?

Now, thinking about sources of information on policing strategies and practice, in general, how much do you trust Michigan local government organizations (e.g., MML, MTA, MAC)?

Now, thinking about sources of information on policing strategies and practice, in general, how much do you trust Michigan law enforcement associations (e.g., Michigan Sheriffs Association, Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police)? 

Now, thinking about sources of information on policing strategies and practice, in general, how much do you trust national law enforcement associations (e.g., National Police Association, International Association of Chiefs of Police)?

Now, thinking about sources of information on policing strategies and practice, in general, how much do you trust non-profits or advocacy organizations (e.g., Center for Policing Equity, ACLU, MADD) 

Now, thinking about sources of information on policing strategies and practice, in general, how much do you trust universities or academic research?

Now, thinking about sources of information on policing strategies and practice, in general, how much do you trust feedback from residents ?

Now, thinking about sources of information on policing strategies and practice, in general, how much do you trust policing technology manufacturers (e.g., Shotspotter, Lexipol, Flock Safety)?

Has there been a decrease, an increase, or no change from the previous fiscal year in public safety needs?

Thinking about the next fiscal year, which action has your jurisdiction taken or is likely to take regarding public safety spending?

Which of the following types of projects or priorities, if any, is your jurisdiction supporting or planning to support with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds? (check all that apply) e. Public safety

Q19a. What type of public sector labor unions does your jurisdiction currently have? (check all that apply) (Among jurisdiction which report having employees in public sector labor unions) a. Police

Q19b. What type of public sector labor unions does your jurisdiction currently have? (check all that apply) (Among jurisdiction which report having employees in public sector labor unions) b. Fire

Has there been a decrease, an increase, or no change from the previous fiscal year in the public safety needs for your jurisdiction?

Thinking about the next fiscal year, which action has your jurisdiction taken or is likely to take regarding public safety spending?