The Criminal Data Collection and Information Sharing Training for Tribes (CDCISST)

CDCISTT is a free training and resource center for tribal law enforcement agencies nationwide. Our training teaches tribal agencies the techniques needed to begin reporting and sharing criminal data with local, State, and Federal agencies via the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) and National Incident Based Reporting (NIBR) systems.

CDCISTT understands the difficulty many tribes face in combating crime and appropriately funding programs related to crime prevention and social welfare. Obstacles – such as a lack of funding, information on reporting mechanisms, and a lack of trained personnel – can keep many tribes from being proactive in their criminal data reporting. CDCISTT provides a wealth of free resources that will empower your agency in implementing reporting systems and in dealing with vendors. We arm you with the tools that will enable you to accurately report criminal statistical data.

Criminal justice and information technology experts developed and compiled information at CDCISTT. They have extensive experience working with tribal agencies, organizations, and community groups from around the country.

In today’s economic climate, many crime prevention and social welfare programs are becoming increasingly diffi cult to fund. These programs are no longer being funded without being able to show a documented need. By reporting criminal data, tribes can use the statistical information to establish that need and apply for governmental programs, assistance, and funding that will allow the tribes to better safeguard their communities.

Tribal Justice Information Sharing System (TJISS)

The TJISS website is a free resource for Tribal governments, communities, and organizations throughout the United States. Our goal is to empower Tribal agencies with the knowledge they need to self-access their technological strengths and weaknesses. With the information available on this Web site, Tribal agencies can better implement current information technology systems and be more informed when working with vendors.

CDCISST and TJISS Affiliations

CDCISST and TJISS was developed and is administered by the Criminal Justice Institute (CJI), University of Arkansas System. CDI is funded by a cooperative agreement from the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice.