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From sick leave to proactive policing, every decision signals how much you expect — and accept
Your subordinates will look to you for answers in the moment of truth. Will you be ready for them?
From grappling to weapon retention, this year’s “What Cops Want” survey responses reveal what skills officers say are missing and how training programs can evolve
Officials in Seaside Heights and Ocean County allege the federal government has not investigated and released information to the public in a timely manner
“I’ve been working really hard with the community; they are actually accepting us now. I’ve seen a change in that,” Lake Norden Chief Mike Morgan said
San Diego County supervisors voted to prohibit its sheriff’s department from working with the agency; Sheriff Kelly Martinez said the board does not set policy for the sheriff
“It’s a disservice to the citizens of Edmonds that we’re not cutting more to allow us to have a police department moving forward,” said the Edmonds Police Officers Association president
Sergeant Justin Collins shares how the program is creating sustainable recruitment pipelines, building community trust and preparing the next generation of police officers
“I am so fortunate to have worked for the best police department in the world,” Neil Noakes said
“The proper administration of justice...has been and will continue to be threatened due to the Philadelphia Sheriff Office’s systemic failures to properly staff courtrooms,” the order states
How mentorship, advocacy and progressive policies are essential for equipping female officers with the necessary tools for leadership roles
Research shows that obtaining a formal education can increase critical thinking, boost chances for promotion and level the playing field for women in law enforcement.
Gamification, curiosity-driven engagement and adapting to a tech-savvy generation — learn how to connect with the next wave of law enforcement recruits
Key insights on performance excellence in law enforcement from experts Gordon Graham and Bryan Selzer and how data, training and positive reinforcement elevate your agency
Inaccurate police performance data can lead to missteps in law enforcement; here’s how well-tuned performance reporting can help
“There is more work to be done for the citizens of Hillsborough County and a lot of initiatives I am committed to fulfilling,” Sheriff Chad Chronister stated
If your department isn’t running smoothly, the problem might start at the top. Learn why the chief’s leadership is the lifeblood of a healthy organization
Foster deeper connections and boost team cohesion by implementing these impactful strategies
“I dream every single night, wake up and feel like I worked all night in my sleep,” one officer said, highlighting the growing toll of fatigue
Sheridan Police Chief Jeffrey A. Martinez discusses the value of standing for what’s right, fostering trust, and building a culture of respect and professionalism
“At the end of the day, I have a family. And when my job is constantly getting threatened, I’m not going to stay somewhere and tolerate that,” a former McColl officer said
Founded by a former police officer and computer forensics expert, OfficerPrivacy removes personal information from top people-search sites, giving LEOs an extra measure of security
The memo alleged that Sheriff Christina Corpus’ former chief of staff, a civilian, improperly accessed rifles with silencers
The report cites Fourth Amendment violations, poor training and inadequate supervision as issues in the Trenton Police Department
Shawn Stines was sheriff of Letcher County when police said he walked into District Judge Kevin Mullins’ chambers, spoke with the judge and then opened fire
Each president and Congress can make life a little easier or more difficult for cops, and sometimes it’s a guessing game as to which way the new guys will lean
An arbitrator ruled that the city of Bradenton owes 14 police officers and two sergeants salary adjustments and over a year’s worth of unpaid wage increases
Freeman F. Martin will become the first Texas Ranger to lead the agency, replacing longtime leader Steven McCraw who announced his retirement in August
The calls for San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus to resign come after an audit alleged widespread misconduct by her and department leadership
Learn how standards, accountability and consistency revitalized a precinct and strengthened community trust
New York City Mayor Eric Adams appointed sanitation chief Jessica Tisch as police commissioner
How agencies can confront toxic norms and establish environments built on trust, integrity and accountability
Ask these questions from Commander D. Michael Abrashoff, USS Benfold, and prepare for astounding results