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When people think about courthouse security, they often picture metal detectors, uniformed officers, and controlled entry points. While these visible

For architects and courthouse planners, designing a courthouse's central detention area, sometimes called the central lockup, is a specialized aspect

As a former law enforcement officer turned security specialist, I’ve seen firsthand the importance of securing entrances as the front line of

Everything from gun violence in schools to protests leading to riots to cybersecurity threats bombard our news feeds on social media and take up

Courthouses are places where legal proceedings occur, often involving emotionally charged participants. Having a well-designed security screening

Courthouses serve as a proud architectural landmark. However, because of the sensitive nature of the work that occurs in these landmark buildings, as

Courthouses often convey a sense of solemnity and civic importance. Judges don traditional black robes, while attorneys and litigants wear formal

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) has gained momentum in recent years and has been widely adopted by planners, architects, and