MobilEyes is a mobile application that provides real-time access to police officer profiles, including misconduct reports and user-generated ratings, to enhance accountability in law enforcement. The app also features an emergency legal assistance button, ensuring users can quickly connect with legal representation during encounters with police, thereby protecting their civil rights.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Encounters between law enforcement and the public can be fraught with tension, and there is a lack of readily available information regarding officer conduct and citizen rights during these interactions. This information asymmetry can lead to mistrust and potential civil rights infringements.
Solution
MobilEyes is a mobile application designed to promote police accountability and protect citizens' rights during interactions with law enforcement. The app provides access to police officer profiles, including user-generated reviews and conduct reports, to inform the public about individual officer histories. It also features an emergency legal assistance button that connects users to legal representation in real-time, ensuring immediate support in the event of perceived rights violations. Additionally, MobilEyes offers resources and training modules for law enforcement to promote community engagement and understanding of civil rights.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes concerned citizens seeking to protect their civil rights and promote police accountability, as well as law enforcement agencies interested in improving community relations and officer training.
Features
- Officer profiles with badge number, name, city, and state, along with icons for pull-over reviews, misconduct cases, and exceptional conduct reports.
- User-generated reporting system with validation process to ensure accuracy and officer opportunity to respond.
- Emergency legal assistance button connecting users to certified MobilEyes lawyers.
- "Cop Card" to inform officers that their actions are being monitored in real-time.
- Bumper sticker to signal to law enforcement that the vehicle's driver is using the MobilEyes app.
- Departmental web-based application for officers to manage conduct reports, access mental health resources, and participate in training modules.
- Ratings & Rewards program to incentivize exceptional service and initiative among officers.