Which correctly pairs the levels of crime intelligence with their typical time horizon?

• A. Tactical long-term, Operational immediate, Strategic mid-term
• B. Tactical mid-term, Operational long-term, Strategic immediate
• C. Tactical immediate, Operational long-term, Strategic mid-term
• D. Tactical immediate, Operational mid-term, Strategic long-term

Answer: (D)

Levels of crime intelligence are distinguished by the time horizon they address. Tactical intelligence concentrates on the immediate situation and yields actionable detail for frontline operations. Operational intelligence covers the mid-term horizon, supporting ongoing operations, campaigns, and resource coordination over weeks to months. Strategic intelligence looks at the long term, guiding policy, trends, and high-level planning over extended periods.

The best pairing fits this structure: tactical immediate, operational mid-term, strategic long-term, because it keeps the immediacy of actions with current information, while still providing longer-range insight for ongoing operations and future strategy. Other options mix these horizons with the levels in ways that would undermine timely response or long-term planning.