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Nicole Mehringer alleged the LAPD held her to a stricter standard after an alcohol-related arrest, while male officers in similar situations kept their jobs or retired without discipline
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It is critical that departments help officers develop an effective exit strategy from a police career
It’s not about being paranoid, it’s about being prepared
Securing your home to keep your family safe requires mostly time, clear thinking and practice, not a large expenditure of funds
Select a bug out bag that matches your load out gear, skill, experience and local conditions
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There are many factors other than pay that determine whether an officer chooses to stay with or leave an agency
Most agencies do issue retiring officers the credentials that are required to carry a firearm under LEOSA, but it’s not always the case
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