The SHIELD Program Uses the Contacts That Police Officers Make

question 39

True/False

The SHIELD program uses the contacts that police officers make in the course of their duties to identify youth who are at risk of becoming involved in violent behavior, gangs, substance abuse, or other delinquent activities.

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