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Ex-Costa Mesa officer Robert Jay Josett pleaded guilty to unauthorized computer access and fraud, annoying and repeated phone calls and contempt of court
The New Orleans PD began distributing 500 bottles of Crystal Hot Sauce with custom labels that link to a website where career seekers can find out how to become an officer
Broward County leaders will study whether shifting fire rescue away from the Broward Sheriff’s Office could save money or reshape public safety services
The ruling finds that officer names and administrative reviews tied to use-of-force incidents are generally not protected personnel records under Anton’s Law
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A Calif. cop stuck at home due to injury created a product that would give him peace of mind
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Variety is the spice of life; complacency in your workouts can be just as dangerous as it is on patrol
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