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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.

Why the LAPD’s community-first approach proves that trust is key to reducing crime
When cops and communities come together to share the responsibility of community policing, everyone wins
The fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk underscores why overlapping security layers and coordinated planning are essential in today’s threat environment
From enabling applicants to sign up on the spot to prioritizing officer wellness, Oregon’s largest police agency has reinvigorated its recruitment strategy
Pete Arredondo made the “wrong decision” to wait for a tactical team, said the head of Texas DPS last week
Revisiting military history to learn risk management lessons both on and off the battlefield
Using professional staff and community partners to facilitate police reform
The document urges action in the face of rising violent crime and the coexisting challenge of recruiting and retaining police officers
“The department recognizes that these changes will affect response times for certain calls,” a Facebook post read
Cmdr. Charles “Sid” Heal (Ret.) was recognized nationally for his knowledge in police tactics and less lethal concepts
A journal for police leaders providing daily advice, tips and space for personal leadership reflections
In a letter, FOP President Dave Folderauer requested that Chief Melissa Hyatt be “immediately removed”
Santa Barbara County Sheriff Bill Brown believes experience is needed to weather troubled and uncertain times
Communities far from the border are confronting complex criminal issues spawned by the unbridled flood of illegal migrants
“I’m finding the whole thing quite funny myself!” said Jonathan Searle, 56, who is stepping into the real-life role of the movie’s top cop
Download this guide to stay up to date on the procurement process and the evolving applications of bodycam technology
It takes a team to be successful both on and off the court
Police leaders and influencers must be advocates for disabled LEOs, both for those who hope to return to work and those who never will
Podcast will address the strategies that allow law enforcement and tactical unit commanders to maintain control of critical incidents
Chief Eric Vaughn was airlifted to a hospital after being shot during the “rolling standoff”
The call comes after legal weed sales began in the Garden State last month
“When officers make mistakes in their career, 95% of the time it’s the fault of the department.”
Chief Eddie Garcia says the community’s support for officers has contributed to the department’s success
Sheriff Jay Armbrister is setting an example for his employees by opening up about his own struggles
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