Detroit OKs Outside Patrol, Curfew at Fourth of July Fireworks
The chief said he's concerned about potential gang activity during the fireworks.
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Next-Gen Patrol Vehicle
Ford’s 2012 Interceptor Sedan and SUV are impressive pursuit-rated AWD options that will meet the needs of most LE patrol environments. Photos JP Molnar
View ArticleTips for Working in Cold Weather
Cold can be just as deadly as extreme heat—prepare now to stay warm, windproof and dry.
View ArticlePolice in Maine City Get $9,900 Grant to Combat Impaired Driving Through...
The Bureau of Highway Safety grant will allow the department to provide extra patrols.
View ArticleTraditions of the CHP Motorcycle Officer
Protection from major disabling injuries comes from the oldest traditions of the CHP: good judgment & continuous training
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Dodge’s Hemi Charger
A patrol car has to be many things: powerful, safe, versatile, comfortable, efficient, flexible and enjoyable to drive.(Photo JP Molnar)
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Exterior Carriers
Many officers have found that exterior carriers offer a more comfortable, flexible alternative to under-armor.Boca Raton (Fla.) Police Chief Daniel Alexander wearing his external carrier. The Below 100...
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Key Qualities of the Effective LE Supervisor
As a patrol officer, did you feel second-guessed by management? Many officer complain about the lack of leadership in their department. Jevon Thompson looks at what can turn the relationship around....
View ArticleNighttime Traffic Stops
The most dangerous thing we do--we often do wrong. Effective use of light, careful tactics and regular practice make nighttime stops less so.
View ArticleLegal Eagle: Supreme Court Upholds Use of Deadly Force
Police officers did not violate the Fourth Amendment when they fired multiple shots at a moving vehicle trying to flee from them.
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Ready to Roll
Building an agency’s bicycle unit requires preparation and adequate planning Bicycle technology has advanced greatly in the last decade with 30-speed bikes, hydraulic disk brakes and sophisticated...
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Water Patrol: What is Careless Operation?
A former Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission lieutenant shares his thoughtsWater patrol has its own set of challenges. Having a set frame of reference for what classifies as careless...
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Crisis Negotiations for the First Responder
First responders to suicide, hostage and barricaded subject calls should be well-versed in negotiations tactics in order to defuse the situation.Police and law enforcement evacuate The Mall of Columbia...
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End of Watch—12 Officers Lost in September
September proved to be deadly for law enforcement. We lost 12 officers, including two on the last day of the month and two from a single agency. As the month ended, the year-to-date toll was 81.
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Lessons By the Decades: The Columbine High School Massacre
Active shooter situation teaches us that rapid deployment, rescue & trauma care are most important to save livesIn this image from television, a Columbine High School student is rescued by...
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The Expansion of Social Media in Policing
Departments can and should be using social media to create an open forum and trust between citizens and officersEvents like this “Coffee with Cops” program are promoted using social media and allow...
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Charged Up
Why electric vehicles could be in the future for law enforcement.An electric vehicle fleet may soon be an option for law enforcement agencies in the U.S. (some German police forces are already using...
View ArticleNo Time to Get Fit? Think Again.
Why is it that every officer that speaks about being in shape complains that the challenge to get (and stay) fit is, “I don’t have time.”
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SIG Sauer P320 Pistol
Chris Boyd reviews the latest offering from SIG Sauer: the P320 pistolThe modular design of the SIG P320 provides greater fit and comfort for all officers.
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Beating the Wintertime Driving Blues
Winter weather hazards can make driving a precarious endeavor. Keep yourself safe with the following tips.Stranded on the side of the road in a snowstorm is the last place you want to be this winter....
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Lessons By the Decades: Oakland Police Killings
The 2009 shooting incident reminds us to display calm & caution, even in "fresh pursuit"Pictures of the four officers slain during the March 21, 2009, incident in Oakland are placed at a memorial....
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Body-Worn Video
In light of recent significant events, many agencies are moving toward implementing a body-worn video solution for their officers. On-officer video can transform law enforcement by accomplishing many...
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Going Beyond the Traffic Violation
This article seeks to motivate peace officers to look beyond the traffic stop by providing a list of indicators and detection approaches associated with criminal activity.Some common electronic items,...
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Community Intelligence
Community policing units are sitting on the sidelines for the biggest problem facing urban police departments today: violent street gangs. In order to properly address the issue, agencies need to give...
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