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Professor Laura Huey

@drlaurahuey.bsky.social

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Criminologist, Editor of Police Practice & Research, Editor of Evidence Base. Royal Society of Canada College alumna. Member ISC Roster of Global Experts

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Laura Huey is a Canadian criminologist specialising in the study of public policing, victimization, missing persons and mental health issues in criminal justice.

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · 3d

Just out at PPR

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Police officers’ perceptions of drug-induced homicide laws: evidence from Texas and implications for policy and practice

Amid the proliferation of synthetic opioids, prosecutors have increasingly turned to drug-induced homicide (DIH) laws as a legal mechanism to hold drug suppliers criminally accountable for fatal ov...

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · 9d

Just out at PPR:

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The impact of education in critical thinking on leadership in police and emergency services

Critical thinking is a widely acknowledged asset for police and emergency services leadership but under-represented in leadership development programs. This study investigates how explicit developm...

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · 10d

Just out at PPR:

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The art of inquiring: examining the quality of adult eyewitness interviews in the Netherlands

Eyewitness interviews are critical to police investigations. The Generic Witness Interview, used by Dutch police, aligns with best practices to enhance accurate recall. However, research on its imp...

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · 11d

Congratulations to Nathan Connealy and Tim Hart for winning PPR article of the year (2024)

Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · 13d

We’ve had a great year at PPR. Here’s our Q3 performance

Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · 22d

New open access article at PPR:

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Understanding police employment: how online company reviews affect recruitment and explain lack of retention in Australian police organisations

Before submitting a job application many candidates read online company reviews. This enables them to evaluate the organisation, its culture, occupational practices, perceptions of the workplace, a...

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Evidence Base @evidencebasejnl.bsky.social · 27d

First manuscript review completed. Turn around review time: one month and 4 days.

Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · 27d

Just out at PPR

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Do police tactics matter? Street-level drug enforcement and the likelihood of felony prosecution

This study examines whether specific street-level drug enforcement tactics influence the likelihood of felony prosecution. A mixed-methods design was used to first identify routine tactics through ...

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · 27d

Just out at PPR

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Mental health of Royal Canadian Mounted Police after the first year of service

Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) frequently report symptoms consistent with positive screens for one or more mental health disorders (65%), but RCMP cadets evidence a much lower prevalence (7.3...

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · 28d

Just out at PPR.

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Untangling SNA: the use and underuse of social network analysis among crime analysts

While research has long demonstrated the potential of social network analysis (SNA) for criminal intelligence, empirical studies have revealed a growing gap between theory and practice. This study ...

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · 29d

New open access article out at PPR.

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Breaking the truth bias: the impact of comparable truth baselines and reality interview on veracity judgments by laypeople and police officers

This study examined whether embedding baselining within the Reality Interview (RI) protocol enhances intuitive veracity judgments. Baselining involves using a person’s truthful verbal behavior as a...

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · Oct 11

And therein is the reason why I’m taking a cab everywhere in New York.

Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · Oct 10

I’m thinking of develop a resource site for women to help protect them from online fraud, with a special focus on online romance and related scams.

Thoughts?

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Evidence Base @evidencebasejnl.bsky.social · Oct 9

Here’s a little reminder to consider publishing your work with us at Evidence Base.

Looking for top-notch, rigorous work that helps us grow the evidence base for criminal justice policies, programs and practices. Got an evaluation piece? Send it to us!

Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · Oct 9

David Buil-Gil and I have a special issue out at Crime Science on “Calling the Police”. It’s full of great articles.

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Calling the Police: Theoretical Insights and Practical Implications

Police-recorded crime statistics are significantly influenced by low reporting rates and inconsistent recording practices, creating a 'dark figure of crime.' ...

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · Oct 6

Just out at PPR

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Evaluating facility dogs as a workplace intervention in policing: a randomized controlled trial in New York City

The use of professionally trained dogs to support police officer wellness is a rapidly growing practice in police agencies around the world, reflecting a broader recognition of the need for innovat...

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · Sep 30

Just out at PPR:

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“You’ll never get it out of your head”: the toll of SUID investigations on law enforcement officials

Law enforcement officials are an integral part of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) investigations, yet their experiences have been largely unexamined. In this qualitative study, the lived expe...

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · Sep 26

Just out at PPR.

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Parents’ and caregivers’ perspectives on what the police should and shouldn’t do during interactions with autistic individuals

With police training on autism still in its nascent stages, autistic individuals and their parents and caregivers remain fearful of police contact. In this study, we ask parents and caregivers of a...

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · Sep 26

I’m still looking for someone to do an evidence assessment on violence prevention initiatives for @EvidenceBaseJnl Would love something on the evidence base for violence interrupters, among others.

Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · Sep 26

Is there anyone who is up on the evaluation evidence for restorative justice practices? I’d like a piece on this for @evidencebasejnl.bsky.social

Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · Sep 17

Now out at PPR

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Barriers and facilitators to the implementation of peer support programs among public safety personnel: a scoping review

While peer support programs have gained popularity as tools to mitigate stress among public safety personnel, there is a gap in research exploring the factors that contribute to the success of thes...

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · Sep 13

Just out at PPR

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How police officers determine hot spot patrol areas: a mixed-methods analysis using Signal Detection Theory

Understanding how police officers determine hotspot patrol areas is crucial to effective policing. This study aimed to investigate how officers’ operational experience, calls for service, environme...

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Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · Sep 11

Thank you!

Professor Laura Huey @drlaurahuey.bsky.social · Sep 11

John, who would be a good person to tap for a piece on the evidence base for anti-terrorism interventions (programs, policies, etc)? I’d like something for @evidencebasejnl.bsky.social