Approximate Breakdown of Police Time Use in the U.S. Category % of Police Time Notes Serious violent crimes 4–6% Includes homicide, rape, robbery, aggravated assault. Property crimes 10–12% Includes burglary, theft, vehicle theft, arson. Traffic enforcement 15–20% Traffic stops, accident response, DUI patrols. Mental health/crisis response 10–15% Includes wellness checks, suicide threats, public [...]