Even the most advanced home security cameras can be ineffective if they’re not installed in strategic locations. Security cameras are utilized for two primary purposes: investigation and deterrence. The video your camera records will most often be used to review a crime or accident so that you, the police, and your insurance…
Read MoreDoes home burglary follow a seasonal pattern? Though homeowners should take the same precautions year-round, they should be extra careful and alert during the winter holidays, when break-ins are on the rise. What National Crime Statistics Show Burglaries and other crimes tend to peak during the summer months. However, the…
Read MoreAccording to the 2016 National Retail Security Survey, shoplifting accounted for 39% of inventory loss. Companies also lose an average $377 for every shoplifting incident. Retailers across the Mid-Atlantic region can expect an increase in theft attempts as shopping increases in time for the holidays. Maryland Security Professionals can help…
Read MoreBefore installing surveillance cameras in their homes and businesses, Delaware citizens and employers may have questions about the state's privacy laws. Can filming someone without their knowledge constitute a violation of the law? Maryland Security Professionals explains a little bit of Delaware law as it pertains to covert cameras in…
Read MoreRecent news headlines have cast a spotlight on what seems to be an increase in the number of public demonstrations, protests, and other types of highly attended public gatherings. Most protests are peaceful and take place without violence. Though the exceptions are rare, business owners may have questions about how…
Read MoreIf you own or manage a business, a fire alarm system is a necessary component for the safety of the property as well as its visitors. When an alarm system is not in place or is inoperable, the fire marshal may require you to retain the services of a fire…
Read MoreThe typical home burglar spends only about 10 minutes in a home, yet nets over $2,000. For this level of efficiency, thieves need to know what to grab before they break in. As a homeowner, take stock of this list of burglars’ most sought-after items. You can also help protect…
Read MoreWith technological improvement, security camera footage has progressed to high-definition images that can incorporate features like facial recognition and night vision. When it comes to proving a case in court, video surveillance footage of the alleged criminal act can be highly persuasive evidence. Having professional surveillance camera systems have the…
Read MoreMore than 1,100 burglaries took place in Washington D.C. in 2017 through September 19. This number is down 26% from the same period in 2016, but it is still far too high. The Metropolitan Police Department has issued tips on ways for Washington D.C. residents to cut down on the…
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