Community Policing
The Community Policing topic covers efforts by agencies and officers to partner with other branches of local government as well as non-governmental organizations to reduce crime and increase the quality of life for law-abiding citizens.
Chief Tom Wetzel discusses the importance of fostering a servant guardian mindset, value-based behaviors and collaborative decision-making
One of the trickiest parts of police public relations is understanding the gap between police culture and the world of the average citizen
Best practices and insider tips
Nowadays it is difficult to find an inspiring portrayal of police officers in many movies
A police chief offers a glimpse into the tragedies officers see every day that strengthen their resolve to serve their communities
Police-community relationship often fail because the law enforcement officer is unaware of a fact the community constituency knows all too well
The idea that somebody else should get to vote on our course of action is contrary to our instincts – but it is key to successful community policing
Do law enforcement leaders really understand what their line officers deal with on a daily basis?
Officers grabbed a tactical shield and had fun with local kids during a winter storm
The video features former SC women’s basketball superstar and now Deputy Tina Roy
Residents in Ill. cities can join a voluntary program which registers their private cameras to help out police
Walking the beat is a fundamental element to community policing
If you know more criminals on your beat than citizens you protect, that’s a problem – here are four ways to remedy that
Every day cops see people who need a helping hand beyond traditional policing services
The rocket launcher was traded for $500, and police have reached out to the military and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to trace its origin
From small acts of kindness to incredible moments of life-saving heroism, these 50 stories are just a small sample of the great work America’s finest put in every day
We asked our members how they would like to see their agency improve in the coming year
Not only do immersive simulators deliver cutting-edge training to officers, they can also help educate communities about the realities of use of force
Here are some unique grant funding sources to consider for your law enforcement equipment, training and other resource needs
It’s critical that we ask and answer the questions that arise from this new information
What challenges will law enforcement face in 2019?
It can be a struggle for today’s police leaders to connect officers with their mission as they field questions like, “Does anyone care?”
The Kilo Alpha Midnight Squad spent their day off decorating Officer Kevin Valencia’s home, who has been in a coma since June
The officer plays Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’” as another man laughs and jams along
Learn about the different types of graffiti, how to identify each type, resolve cases, and seek restitution
The report recommends redirecting officers to neighborhood policing
Last week when an officer encountered a family with small children at a homeless camp, he used foundation funds to put them in a hotel
State and local leaders developed a targeted, collaborative program to address homelessness, drug and criminal activity spiraling out of control in Salt Lake City
“That’s what community policing is really all about — public servants serving the public,” Police Chief Armando Perez said
Inappropriate posts can have an adverse effect on a kid’s future many years down the line
Grants that generally open in the spring are slated for release before the end of 2018