Nevada SafeVoice, Final Report

• NCJ Number: 308905
• Author(s): Al Stein-Seroussi; Sean Hanley; Marguerite Grabarek; Tricia Woodliff; Dave Currey; Ted Miller; Shane Hartman; Bonita Iritani; Bruce Lawrence
• Date Published: April 2023
• Length: 82 pages
• Grant Number(s): 2016-CK-BX-0007
• Agencies: NIJ-Sponsored
• Publication Type: Research (Applied/Empirical)

Annotation

This report published by Nevada SafeVoice, the Nevada Department of Education, and the Nevada Department of Public Safety studies the implementation and outcomes of a statewide tip line in Nevada.

Abstract

This publication by Nevada SafeVoice, the Nevada Department of Education, and the Nevada Department of Public Safety provides a comprehensive study of a statewide tip line in Nevada (Nevada SafeVoice). This report is intended to extend the knowledge base about tip lines by focusing on both implementation and outcomes. The study sought to answer key questions about Nevada SafeVoice with the aim of providing important information to policy makers and program planners in states and communities that are considering implementing tip lines. The five questions addressed are: 1. How was SafeVoice implemented across the state? 2. What were the immediate responses to SafeVoice tips? 3. To what extent did SafeVoice reports prompt follow-up services for students of concern? 4. To what extent did the presence of SafeVoice contribute to changes in student behaviors and school climate? 5. How cost effective was SafeVoice in contributing to changes in student behaviors and school climate? The Nevada State Legislature established the SafeVoice tip line program in response to growing concerns about school safety in the State of Nevada. The Nevada Department of Education (NDE) manages and oversees the program, and the Department of Public Safety (DPS) operates the SafeVoice call center 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. After receiving tips, DPS disseminates them to the appropriate local jurisdictions—that is, school-based Multidisciplinary Teams (MDTs) and, if warranted, local law enforcement agencies.