2277 Research Boulevard, M/S 8J
Rockville, MD 20850
Phone: (800) 248-2742
Fax: (301) 519-5149
E-mail: asknlectc@nlectc.org
The National Center is co-located with its host, Lockheed Martin IS&GS-Civil, in Rockville, Md., and serves as the hub of the NLECTC system. As part of its mission, this Center:
- Provides information and referral services to anyone with questions about law enforcement and corrections equipment or technology.
- Oversees the equipment standards and testing program to ensure that law enforcement and corrections equipment is safe and reliable.
- Reviews and analyzes testing data and publishes test results and consumer product reports designed to help justice system officials make informed purchasing decisions.
- Publishes TechBeat, the award-winning quarterly newsletter that highlights technology breakthroughs and applications.
- Operates JUSTNET, a Web site that provides links to the entire NLECTC system and a gateway to other technology sites. JUSTNET assists those seeking information about equipment, technology or research findings.
- Assists NIJ identify and prioritize technology needs and requirements through sponsorship of the Law Enforcement and Corrections Technology Advisory Council (LECTAC).