Pennsylvania Video Surveillance Systems


Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania

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Video Surveillance Systems in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is a state in the Northeastern United Sates. It is one of the original 13 founding states of the country and was the second state to ratify the US Constitution in 1787. Many important moments in US history took place in Pennsylvania including the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the Battle of Gettysburg. Today the state has an estimated population of 12,773,801 with Philadelphia being the most populous city and Harrisburg being the state capital. Pennsylvania has the 6th highest gross state product in the country and is home to 50 Fortune 500 companies. The state ranks 19th in agricultural production and much of the state is rural. The agricultural industry has provided jobs for thousands of residents and contributes a large amount to the state’s economy. At various times the state has been the center of industry for coal, oil, steel and chocolate. There are many universities throughout the state including one Ivy League college, The University of Pennsylvania. There are 121 state parks as well as many museums, zoos and amusement parks that attract many visitors. Hunting is also a popular pastime in Pennsylvania with an estimated one million licensed hunters in the state. There are 8 major league sports teams in the state all of which are located in either Pittsburgh or Philadelphia. College football is also popular in the state with many locals rooting for the Penn State Nittany Lions and the University of Pittsburgh Panthers.

Crime in Pennsylvania is close to the national average with the crime rate being 19% lower than the national average in 2011. Property crime accounts for about 86% of the crime in the state which is about 21% lower than the national rate. However, the remaining 14% of violent crimes is about 3% higher than average. Pennsylvania is one of the top 15 lowest crime rate states. The chance of becoming a victim of violent crime in the state is 1 in 287 and of property crime is 1 in 46. Much of the state’s crime takes place in the Philadelphia area, although some other areas also experience high crime rates. Many residents in the state can use surveillance systems to protect their property. Surveillance systems are often used on farms to protect against theft and vandalism as well as in shopping centers and offices. Residents can also use surveillance systems in their homes to protect against burglary and theft. Law enforcement officials often advocate the use of surveillance systems, especially for those living in high crime areas.

Pennsylvania State Capitol
N 3rd St
Harrisburg, PA 17120

Pennsylvania Governor's Residence
2035 N Front St
Harrisburg, PA 17102

Liberty Bell
6th St and Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

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