AP police launch interoperable criminal justice system 2.0
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With an outlay of Rs 88.03 crore, the state has begun deploying high-end hardware and digital infrastructure across all five core components of the justice delivery system — police, prisons, prosecution, forensics, and courts.
Director general of police (DGP) Harish Kumar Gupta said that the initiative is aimed at creating a paperless, seamlessly integrated, and technology-driven ecosystem to enhance transparency, coordination, and efficiency across departments handling criminal cases.
By investing in advanced equipment and cybersecurity systems, the state is expected to accelerate investigation and trial processes, improve evidence management, and ensure secure data exchange among institutions.
"AP police department has also set a benchmark in cost-effective procurement by acquiring best-in-class devices at the most competitive prices nationally — saving substantial public funds. As part of the rollout, the state has procured 4,575 all-in-one desktops for police stations, court complexes, forensic labs, prisons, and prosecution offices, along with 1,259 webcams to enable video conferencing and digital evidence recording," the DGP added.
To strengthen field-level operations and digital documentation, 520 high-end laptops have been distributed to public prosecutors and other key personnel, while 2,264 rugged mobile data terminals (MDTs) are being provided to crime scene responders for real-time documentation. In addition, 1,483 multifunction printers, 6,792 SD scanners, and 1,051 QR code-based readers and printers have been deployed for high-volume document handling and efficient evidence tracking, he said.
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The state has also installed 1,109 fingerprint enumeration devices across police stations for accurate biometric identification and introduced 208 biometric attendance systems in central and district jails to enhance prison security and transparency.
All equipment comes with a three-year onsite warranty and dedicated OEM support stationed at every district headquarters, ensuring smooth maintenance and operational continuity.
Among the most impactful features of ICJS 2.0 is the integration of MDTs with key applications like eSakshya and eSummons, which allow investigators to record witness statements and serve legal documents digitally. The system is also fully integrated with the crime and criminal tracking network & systems (CCTNS) and MedLEaPR (Medical Legal Examination and Postmortem Reporting), improving collaboration between police, forensic teams, and medical authorities.
A QR-code based chain-of-custody mechanism has been introduced to digitally track the movement of evidence, while a next-generation security framework has been embedded across all edge devices. The system enables centralized monitoring, AI-powered threat detection, and real-time trust verification to safeguard sensitive data.
"With ICJS 2.0, AP emerges as one of the leading states in adopting digital transformation in criminal justice. By setting high procurement standards and integrating advanced technologies across sectors, the state is redefining justice delivery, reducing delays, and reinforcing public trust in the system," the DGP said. He further added that the initiative reflects the state's commitment to fast, secure, and transparent justice, while promoting inter-agency collaboration and modern governance.
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