National Institute of Justice
The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is the
research agency of the
United States Department of Justice. NIJ sponsors
criminological research and improvements in
criminal justice and
police technology. NIJ has developed a
standard for police
bullet-proof vests.
It is notable among governmental research organizations because it is headed by a political appointee rather than by a scientist or a member of the civil service.
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