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Rural law enforcement agencies are critical in protecting large swaths of the country, often with fewer than 10 sworn officers. As significant players ensuring public safety, these smaller jurisdictions share many of the same challenges as their urban counterparts — but extended across larger geographic areas, and with less funding or technical support. RIC serves this rural law enforcement community by providing information on data, funding opportunities, state and agency contacts, as well as resources for K-9 units.
Special Topics, Grant Information and Training Resources
U.S. Department of Justice
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US Department of Justice
Topics for Departments and Officers
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers. State, Local Tribal Law Enforcement Training
Low-cost and no-cost training opportunities for state, local, and tribal law enforcement officers. Trainings are designed to "support the development of specialized law enforcement knowledge and skills."
Contact your regional coordinator, complete the application for training, or request to host a training.
Science and Technology Directorate. First Responder Capability
"A portal that enables Federal, State, Local, and Tribal First Responders to easily access and leverage federal web services, information on resources, products, standards, testing and evaluation, and best practices, in a collaborative environment."
U.S. Department of Commerce
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Public Safety Division, National Telecommunications and Information Administration
Projects and press releases about NTIA’s "activities to advance public safety communications and support first responder needs."
Law Enforcement K-9 Resources
Organizations that provide law enforcement programs with canine information and resources: