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One of the goals stated in the CPAAAN Mission Statement is to support law enforcement through education. These "Sites to See" are provided as resources to make us better informed citizens.

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Virginia State Police
The Sex Offender Registry website is maintained by the Virginia State Police in order to provide information to the public regarding registered sex offenders. An inquiry can be conducted by name, zip code, county, city, or you may elect to locate sex offenders in an area surrounding a specified address by clicking on Map, and entering a complete address. Pertinent offender data is provided including photographs and a special notation if that person is on the Wanted List. This site also has an informative Frequently Asked Questions section.
Sex Offender Registry Search

Attend the Norfolk Neighborhood University!
The City of Norfolk's Department of Neighborhood and Leisure Services provides courses for its citizens in order to build stronger neighborhoods and improve the quality of life in their community.
Norfolk Neighborhood University

Learn about Internet Safety, get expert advice, and become aware of internet predators
Parents or caregivers, educators, government officials, law enforcement, and youth organizations that want to learn more about the Internet and the possible dangers to children online should visit www.NetSmartz.org. It has many links including the Cybertip Line, and Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce. According to the Norfolk Quarterly, this site is recommended by the Norfolk Police Department.
Netsmartz

Internet Fraud
Be sure to visit this great web site sponsored by the FBI and the US Postal Inspection Service along with other partners dedicated to the education of consumer and prevention of internet fraud. This site will give you tips, describe the types of fraud, and tell victims' stories. It includes a highly informative section of Frequently Asked Questions. You can take a test to see if you are at risk for fraud and you can also file a complaint at this site. Beat the thieves by being informed!
Looks Too Good to Be True

Safe Shopping on the Internet
This informational site was created by the American Bar Association and contains a wide variety of subjects that will help you to order safely when shopping online. Topics included are security, delivery, complaints, best payment methods, and a helpful list of shopping tips.
Safe Shopping

Consumer Protection
You will find general consumer information on a variety of topics, and also a description of the various federal programs, including Medicare. Look here for the Consumer Information catalog that can be viewed online, or downloaded free, or to to order booklets. There is a link to the National Call Center to obtain answers to your questions about the federal agencies, benefits, and services.
Federal consumer Information Center

Your Resource for Consumer Information from the Federal Government
This is a first class site which has numerous links, and a huge amount of information on identity theft, privacy, chain e-mails, staying safe online, and common tax scams. Don't miss this one!
FirstGov for Consumers

All About Norfolk
Here you will find "What's New?" in the city, information on all city programs, demographics, history, public services, and city map. Click on Norfolk Home Page, then on Police Department to learn about community policing, and Norfolk city patrol sectors. Multiple links from this page give a perspective of policing in the greater Tidewater area.
City of Norfolk


A Visit to New York
A very comprehensive web site that provides information on the NYPD, crime-fighting strategies, crime prevention tips, missing persons and Most Wanted by the NYPD. "Helpful Information" link and a "Site Guide" assist navigation through this site.
New York Police Department