New England State Police Information Network, Inc. RISS Center

NEW ENGLAND STATE POLICE INFORMATION NETWORK

The New England State Police Information Network (NESPIN) is one of the six regional intelligence centers that make up the Regional Information Sharing Systems Program (RISS).  RISS serves all 50 states and balances both regional and nationwide responsibilities by meeting the needs of local and state law enforcement while partnering with federal agencies and essential nationwide programs.

NESPIN provides intelligence/information sharing and research, target and event deconfliction, criminal intelligence analysis, investigative equipment loans, forensic examinations, audio/video enhancement and training services for the New England Region.  NESPIN/RISS services acts as a focal point for the exchange of multi-jurisdictional information on major criminal activity including: criminal gang activity; terrorism activity; organized crime; narcotics, firearms, and human trafficking; identity theft; and violent crime.  Over 95% of all law enforcement agencies in New England are members of NESPIN.

NESPIN offers law enforcement agencies full service delivery, from the beginning of an investigation to the ultimate prosecution and conviction.  An officer can query intelligence/information databases, retrieve information from investigative systems, solicit assistance from research staff, utilize NESPIN specialized surveillance equipment and use analytical staff and resources to assist with criminal prosecutions.  NESPIN provides law enforcement agencies with the vital resources necessary to efficiently and effectively investigate criminal acts.