Command Staff - Chiefs / Sheriffs
The Command Staff - Chiefs / Sheriffs topic gives police leadership news and information to help them lead their troops. This topic also gives the patrol officer an avenue to prepare themselves for a rise through the ranks.
Part 1 of a series exploring how modern policing became chief-centered and what that means for leadership, accountability and reform
In 2026, AI will test police leadership more than any new technology in decades. Chiefs who hesitate, or jump in without a plan, risk losing control of ethics, accountability and public trust
Fewer line-of-duty deaths came from changed behaviors, not luck. The harder question is whether law enforcement is willing to keep doing what works
“Every day, the men and women of the LAPD put their lives on the line...and I wish more people valued their sacrifice,” Interim LAPD Chief Dominic Choi responded
A panel at the IACP 2024 conference discussed their experiences requesting and issuing ERPOs and advice for investigators, patrol officers and prosecutors
Houston County Sheriff Cullen Talton was elected in 1972 and served as sheriff for over 50 years; under his leadership, the agency grew from 28 employees to more than 300
“I came into this not expecting that much water and before I know it, I was swept off,” Chaves County Sheriff Mike Herrington said
By practicing under simulated stress, officers can develop the ability to control their fear in real-life situations
Detroit Police Chief James White, who has served as chief since 2021, is a licensed mental health therapist; the department has not announced who will replace him
IACP leaders and city officials address the pressing issues of recruitment, retention, and community trust while celebrating Boston’s legacy as a pioneer in modern policing
Closely following performance can prevent misconduct and improve agency effectiveness
Learn how leadership, organizational behavior and mission-critical tools build competence, confidence and trust in public safety agencies
“I like to call a perfect storm of sorts … ruthless individuals that have created a multitude of crimes with basically no repercussions,” Detective Bureau Asst. Chief Jason Savino said
This session is a must-attend for law enforcement leaders, mental health advocates and researchers committed to addressing the growing issue of police suicides
The state’s proactive approach can provide a model for others to follow
“It is time to...create a healthy agency where its members have time to connect with the community and focus on effective crime reduction strategies,” Portland Chief Bob Day said
The man said that he’s a Trump supporter and called the notion that he was planning an assassination attempt “ridiculous”
Rural police departments face unique challenges like understaffing and tight budgets. Discover how contracting services with neighboring communities offers a solution to enhance public safety without breaking the bank
Aside from court costs, former Clark County sheriff Jamey Noel now owes more than $3 million in restitution payments
Be cognizant of what is working – and what is not – and be flexible enough to change tactics quickly as needed
Don’t worry, it is still possible to connect with and learn from other law enforcement leaders
How a department-wide survey facilitated the implementation of practical officer wellness strategies in two very different police agencies
Over the past five decades, women have contributed to every aspect of the CHP, from motorcycle units to investigative roles and leadership positions
A K-9 team sergeant alleged that former Boise PD chief Ryan Lee demonstrated a neck hold on him without consent during training, causing injures that later required surgery
The recently retired Las Vegas Metro PD Assistant Sheriff reflects on the lessons she’s learned about leadership, resiliency and empowering women in law enforcement
There is no other position within a law enforcement organization capable of affecting change more than a patrol sergeant
Interim Los Angeles Police Chief Dominic Choi ruled that an LAPD officer did not use reasonable force when he shot a man as he woke up in a vehicle and reached for a handgun
Chief Robert Tracy was leaving the event when the city’s Crime Center broadcast the license plate of a vehicle involved in a carjacking; the car was in front of Tracy, in traffic
Failure to plan is planning to fail, and that’s glaringly evident when large-scale civil unrest breaks out
Massachusetts State Police Col. Geoffrey Noble, a three-decade veteran of the New Jersey State Police, took the oath of office during a brief ceremony in Boston
Michael Igo, the current Dallas Police executive assistant chief and a 33-year veteran of the department, stated that he will focus on crime reduction and recruiting
McDonnell was elected LA County Sheriff in 2014; before that, he spent 29 years in the LAPD and served as Long Beach’s police chief for almost five years
Prosecutors played the video during a preliminary hearing for former Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines; a judge ruled there was probable cause to send the case to a grand jury
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