How to position FY26 applications for defensibility, alignment and sustainability

Empowering investigators to focus on judgment, strategy and justice

Learn to communicate your agency’s needs and avoid gaps that stall funding

Cut login delays and boost officer safety: Modernize access without slowing down the mission

How early caller context can transform dispatch, RTCC awareness and field safety

Prevent in-the-field failures with standardized, app-based vehicle inspections

First-year police chiefs share the strategies, surprises and lessons that shaped their first 12 months in command — with takeaways that apply to any leader stepping into a new role

Explore how to align your agency’s plans with funding opportunities related to national celebrations and large-scale event needs

You can’t control the chaos — but you can train the brain that faces it. Learn how to build decision-making that holds under pressure

Turning fragmented theft data into prosecutable evidence

Generative AI is emerging in police work. Join chiefs exploring how to harness its potential while addressing the challenges of oversight and trust

Gain insights into investigative methods that ensure accuracy, consistency and courtroom-ready results

With the launch of Assist Chat on SVX, Assisted Narrative and a new drone dispatch integration, the company aims to simplify communication, improve accuracy and strengthen officer safety across the field

The MX908 handheld mass spectrometer and VipIR 3-in-1 bulk analyzer help law enforcement and corrections personnel make faster, defensible drug identifications – and stay ahead of an evolving fentanyl crisis

Setina’s electronic SmartBelt buckles quickly and locks automatically

Panasonic’s new solution protects devices from cyberattacks so police can focus on protecting their communities

Even though we know that good parents can have bad kids and bad parents can have good kids, we know that most of the screw-ups we send to prison have no dad in their life

In my opinion, these are the perfect pants for wear in any casual off-duty venue where it’d be appropriate to wear khakis or ‘nice jeans’

Although The Calling is a fictional novel, it gives readers a sense they are climbing into the squad or walking the beat with the book’s main character, Officer Dan McCarthy

A few words about the cop journalism racket

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Vehicle Accessories enhance the safety, functionality, and efficiency of law enforcement vehicles. This topic covers equipment such as lighting systems, sirens, storage solutions, weapon mounts, and communication devices that support daily patrol and specialized operations. The right accessories improve officer readiness, response capabilities, and operational effectiveness. Related content on Fleet explores broader strategies for managing and maintaining agency vehicles. Explore articles on product features, installation tips, and best practices for selecting and integrating vehicle accessories in local, state, and federal law enforcement operations.