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.
The easiest way to make sense of how to be successful at this is to simply recognize you’re the new guy
The difference between a lawful seizure and unconstitutional conduct often hinges on how courts view an officer’s intent in high-risk vehicle encounters
Expert strategies for optimizing your Drone as First Responder program as it scales, from staffing and policy to technology integration and community engagement
Chief Marcelo A. Blanco reflects on the importance of a familial culture, value-based leadership and inclusive decision-making to serve and support his team and community
“When we speculate, when we add our personal opinions, then those penalties become punitive and unfair ... to the officers,” Superintendent Larry Snelling said
The choice of technology investments must reflect not just the vision of leadership but also the insights and needs of the officers on the ground
How law enforcement agencies from California, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii and Alaska are joining forces to address critical public safety issues and advocate for meaningful legislative reform
Tune in for tomorrow’s all-new episode, where host Jim Dudley talks with Brian Marvel about the formation of the West Coast Law Enforcement Coalition
Chief Michel Moore and an internal LAPD review board found the officer, Oswaldo Pedemonte, had broken from policy when he drove into the knife-wielding suspect at a slow speed
A significant portion of the policing workforce who entered the profession with the idealistic vision of being servants to their communities are pessimistic about the future of law enforcement
Candid feedback from officers in Police1’s State of the Industry survey highlights actionable steps supervisors can take to create a culture where officers feel valued and supported
Mental Health
“We are against the wall,” said Chief John Clair, an Army veteran who sometimes shuttles patients himself, and did so last month on a nearly 15-hour round trip to a hospital on the other side of the state
International Association of Chiefs of Police
“Col. Matt Langer’s dedication, compassion and commitment to Minnesotans will leave a lasting impact on our state,” Gov. Tim Walz said in a statement
When I faced a severe mental health crisis, it was the compassionate outreach of my chief that marked the beginning of my recovery
The Jasper Police Department, having requested nearly $51,000, agreed to redirect all but $6,000 to help Sarcoxie PD buy a new car and meet other departments’ needs
Police1’s “What Cops Want” survey highlights not street-level trauma but internal administrative practices as a primary reason for the exodus of police officers
Deputy Chief John McMahon discusses the LAPD’s adoption of advanced technologies, aiming to boost efficiency, improve community interaction and address the policing challenges of tomorrow
The program seeks to bolster public safety efforts and promote community resilience
The Moose Lake city council will soon vote to decide whether to dissolve the police department in favor of a county law enforcement contract
Agencies engaged in crime prevention and problem-solving projects are invited to share their experiences
Exploring the transformative role of ChatGPT in policing — from streamlining report writing to enhancing operational effectiveness
LeRonne Armstrong was fired in February of 2023 over a misconduct probe; the city has not had a permanent chief since his firing
Assistant Chief Dominic H. Choi will not be allowed to apply for the permanent chief position; Choi stated his goal is to manage a smooth transition for the department
How forward-thinking leaders can drive positive change and create a thriving organizational culture
“Because of what I now know, I have no further desire to be associated with the New Haven Police Department in any capacity,” former New Haven Police Chief John Hallquist said
The tragic death of a 9-year-old girl motivates collaboration at the I-95 Working Group conference to implement solutions to address gun crime
These programs transform the way law enforcement agencies prepare for leadership transitions, blending practical experience with traditional training methods
We should put in as much effort on our last day as a leader as we did on our first day
Officers sound off on what they need from their supervisors and leaders to perform at their peak in Police1’s State of the Industry survey
Agencies must begin preparing today to capture the benefits of tomorrow’s advanced technology
Through a fellowship model, New Blue seeks to create a network of police officers committed to bringing about change within their departments
This study aims to better understand how those intelligence types are essential to peace officer work
For you to come out on top, you will be a blend of having the chops and showing up as your best-presented self
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