2026 Police Survey

A First-of-its-kind national survey conducted by ReputationUs and DHM Research provides one of the most comprehensive looks at how Americans view policing today. The RepUs and DHM Research surveyed nearly 700 Americans about policing offers one of the most comprehensive looks to date at how Americans view police agencies, policing and law enforcement. The study reveals that while most Americans begin with a positive perception of their local police, trust is uneven and increasingly shaped by communication, community connection, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence.