What do directed enforcement strategies typically focus on?

Directed enforcement strategies emphasize addressing specific issues within a community that may lead to crime or public safety concerns. This approach allows law enforcement agencies to concentrate their efforts on known problems—such as drug offenses, gang activities, or areas with high rates of theft—rather than employing a general or random approach to policing. By identifying focal points based on data, community input, or crime trends, directed enforcement aims to allocate resources effectively and implement targeted interventions that can yield measurable outcomes in crime reduction and community safety. This strategy fosters a more precise and effective law enforcement response to the unique challenges faced by different neighborhoods or populations.