Public Information Request: ShotSpotter Alerts

To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act, I hereby request the following records:

1) ALERTS: A list, database, or comparable record of every alert that has been generated by the department's ShotSpotter technology since time of implementation through December 31st, 2023 or the date at which ShotSpotter was deactivated-whichever date comes first. For instance, if ShotSpotter was implemented in the city on January 1, 2008, I would like all ShotSpotter data from this date to December 31st, 2023. The list/database should include, where possible, the date, time, location (address or latitude+longitude coordinates), single or multiple shot distinction, whether the shots were confirmed, police district located, and associated case number for each alert.
2) POLICIES and PROCEDURES: Documents sufficient to show the policy and procedure for the agency's response to ShotSpotter alerts. In particular, I am looking for a document that describes how the police will react to a ShotSpotter alert. For instance, if an alert is created, are police dispatched?

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 10 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

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