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released 5/19/10

Police Report
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Illustrated Manual
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Since 1994, CopWrite has been creating and maintaining police reports in an efficient, secure, and effective computerized format that is never lost, misfiled, or mishandled. Now, with this latest release, CopWrite promises to continue its mission as we move forward into the world of Windows 7, 64-bit operating systems, and beyond in the years ahead.

The Pro Version version of CopWrite represents both a significant refinement of existing features and a compelling suite of additional features.

User defined software access

Access to the CopWrite database is restricted to an agency controlled User List of persons authorized to use the software. Each person in the User List is assigned a password and a privilege level that controls both access by the user and which database functions are available to that user.

 Unique database record identification

Each CopWrite record entry is assigned a permanent and unique control number by the program itself that reflects the instant in time that particular record was created. Thus it guarantees a unique identifier that will never be repeated, and has the intrinsic value of providing the precise moment any given record was added to the database. This feature provides information integrity and credibility that meets the demanding verification standards in the courtroom.

 Networking capability

CopWrite is can be used as a single workstation application, but it has also been carefully designed for use in a cooperative networked configuration of any number of computers, by any number of users (subject to the licensing agreement governing the authorized number of concurrent users for your particular agency/organization.)

Improved License Key methodology

CopWrite now incorporates a flexible, proprietary License Key# methodology that designates and verifies your agency name, the software title, its version, and the authorized number of concurrent users, all with a 15-digit key! Any upgrades or changes to you later wish to obtain for your uniquely configured software can be done in the few seconds it takes to re-register the software with an appropriate updated License Key# provided to you by RAD Software.

Event logging

CopWrite automatically creates and maintains several Activity Logs that record every significant event performed by users of the software. These logs are only available to the Evidence Program Administrator, and file security software methods are used to protect these logs from being tampered with.

Current/Archive listings

This is a unique databasing feature offered only by RAD Software, providing you with exclusive expanded options of storing and displaying database records.

Instead of deleting inactive records, and thus losing the ability to perform historical search or analyses on older data if needed, you can choose to maintain and display selectable records as active entries in your Active List, or archive your older and/or unused records as entries displayed in an Inactive List, with instant one-click access to either list. This provides the expanded ability to purge unused records, but store them in a quickly displayable Inactive List instead of permanently removing them from the database. Of course, record deletion options are also available, thus providing a wider range of useful options for storing and displaying your entries.

Data analysis

CopWrite has a comprehensive suite of searching, sub-listing, summarizing, and reporting abilities, and now includes options for Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual report summaries, using any appropriate starting date you specify.

We use a propriety query form and search engine that can instantly process and summarize data in any manner you need, and then provide document preparation options that print out presentation-quality reports, ready for immediate distribution and/or courtroom use.

Built-in Backup/Restore capability

CopWrite provides its own data security functions that are quick and flexible. Data and log files can be archived or retrieved at any user-selectable location or device on your computer or network in just a few seconds.

CopWrite Manual

CopWrite now comes with a detailed comprehensive illustrated manual in a PDF Document format. In the unlikely event that Acrobat PDF Document Reader software is not already installed on your computer, you can quickly obtain one for free at www.adobe.com and install it in less than five minutes.

This software manual can be accessed both from within the CopWrite software itself anytime via the <F1> key, or on its own as a standalone document. Like any PDF document, it can easily be printed for administrative review, or for use in the classroom as a training manual, etc.

And still more features that are unique to this particular update:

• New! The Main Window has been redesigned and expanded to take advantage of higher resolution and/or widescreen monitors. The result is a cleaner, friendlier, and more professional appearance.
   
• New! Archive/restore/delete record options have been streamlined.
   
• New! Automatic version update checking!
   
• New! When making a new entry, you have the option of using any existing entry of your choice as a ‘template’, automatically filling in the text fields of the new entry as you complete the entry.

For over 15 years, this CopWrite software has been providing thousands of agencies with the professional quality and high standards of service needed for this type of critical data. With the release of this latest, CopWrite provides powerful functions, a suite of essential features, and bulletproof data security combined with an efficient, intuitive form design and program flow that delivers an ideal balance of power and ease of use.

RAD Software uses the most secure, accurate, and fastest database engine available anywhere in the world. We understand the importance of entering and maintaining critical data in a secure, dependable environment. But unlike many others, we also understand the administrative importance of being able to quickly and easily assemble meaningful data summaries, court-quality reports, and business information needed for executive planning, budget preparation, standards compliance, and much more.

So, instead of police reports that are not properly filed, misfiled, or perhaps lost altogether (sound familiar?), CopWrite will provide you with a powerful, flexible tool for entering and maintaining a searchable, printable library of police reports for an agency or investigator that is never lost, and always instantly available for your convenience.

RAD Software invites you to rigorously evaluate CopWrite, and discover for yourself why so many agencies know that they can depend on the database capabilities of our software. We're confident that you simply will not find the combination of software sophistication and amazing affordability that we offer. We want you to join with us at RAD Software, along with many other agencies using CopWrite, in forming a productive and rewarding partnership that understands your needs.

Currently licensed CopWrite customers:

First, rest assured: Your existing database of CopWrite reports are compatible with this latest release, so you will not lose any data or have to reenter anything!

Upgrade pricing: If your current version of CopWrite is at least w4.10.12 and you have a current Extended Service Agreement (ESA) with us, this upgrade is free; if you don’t have a current ESA, it’s only $79 (single license). If your version is w3.41.21 or less, the upgrade is only $144. Contact us for discount pricing arrangements.

Abridged release history:

1994-1997, w1.0 to w1.3 (Released as POSITIVE, DOS-based platform)
09/xx/1997 w2.1x.xx (Released as CopWrite, Windows 16-bit platform)
01/xx/2002 w2.23.xx (Windows 32-bit platform)
07/xx/2005 w2.41.xx
01/xx/2006 w3.14.15 (Premium Version)
09/23/2008 w4.10.12 (Pro Version)
05/19/2010 w4.14.11 (Windows 32/64-bit platform)