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.
When poor practices are modeled, the consequences can be long-lasting; here’s how leadership can step in early to set new officers up for success
San Pablo Police Chief Brian Bubar on face-to-face leadership, carrying the torch of mentorship and making every conversation count
The question isn’t, “Do you have blind spots?” You do. The question is: “What are you doing to uncover them?”
Sticking to the status quo affects our wellbeing; here’s an examination of the importance of personal and professional growth in law enforcement
An internal survey assessment may be the key to finding out insights on the successes and pain points within your department
Among the most pressing issues Susan Hutson faces taking over as Orleans Parish sheriff is a decrease in deputies employed by the sheriff’s office
Hiring a lateral officer can be a great experience for all concerned, but the new agency still has an obligation to ensure the new hire is everything they expect
“I can stand a thief better than a dirty cop. All they do is take people’s rights,” said Sheriff Blake Truman
The conversation was a “frank sharing of ideas” about how to keep the city safer this summer, an NYPD official said
Offering educational options versus punitive responses can make all the difference
By mining their own data, departments can pinpoint issues, save careers and better serve communities
T.J. Boyd carried a gun, wore a police uniform and drove a patrol car. But he’s not a cop
Read, save and share these resources to ensure each public safety agency is ready to respond and collaborate while on scene of your next potential MCI
“Focus your attention and energy on your sphere of control – the more you’re able to do that, the more mentally tough and strong you’ll be during these difficult times.”
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“You think I like seeing my child in an orange jumpsuit in a jail cell? Of course not,” Sheriff Tony Smith said
St. Paul police said state Rep. John Thompson “misused” his position by interfering in a stop that reportedly involved his daughter
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FBI Director Christopher Wray made the comments during an interview on “60 Minutes”
The sheriffs addressed a range of topics, including public outreach, fentanyl abuse, and what they consider small penalties for illegal marijuana grows
These books will help you appreciate the value of time and how that plays into critical decision-making
Implementable recommendations for up and down the chain of command that could enhance policing and improve the quality of life for everyone
Lack of consensus and clear understanding of the problem can lead to misplaced priorities and ineffective recruitment and retention solutions going forward
While SWAT and community policing naturally feels to be in conflict with each other that does not have to be the case
Chief Rodney Bryant joined the department in 1988 and has led the agency since 2020
Sheriff Villanueva said the current enforcement rules mean deputies were “sitting on their hands”
Extra jobs are common among cops, but they can be risky in more ways than one. Leaders must consider the following liabilities if they want to avoid making the news
“We don’t have enough detectives,” Chief Rick Smith said, though he assured the public that all incoming leads would still be pursued
More than a dozen community leaders stood by the former chief’s side at a news conference Monday
From “armadillos to zombies,” unified command tabletop exercises prepare public safety personnel for real-life mass casualty incidents
Chief Carmen Best, who resigned from the Seattle PD in 2020 after a series of budget cuts, will head the global security risk operations team
More than 500 suspects have been arrested three times this year on robbery, burglary or shoplifting charges, police said
The move comes after weeks of speculation and months of criticism, including a vote of no confidence from officers
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