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.
The goal should be to end every traffic stop with the offending driver leaving the scene with a new perspective that makes them safer drivers
Commerce can’t thrive without law enforcement – here’s how you can improve the relationship
Regardless of where an incident occurs, agencies invariably face inquiries from community members and the media about their preparedness and response
We explore training and tactics for best utilizing these tools and key considerations for procurement in this guide to the emerging video technologies shaping LE
Sir Robert Peel knew that police officers needed to explain use of force to the general public
Caleb Moraine, 20, has wanted to be a police officer since he was 10
Lt. John Bonney of the Stoughton PD learned about Jacob Thompson’s story and invited fellow first responders to deliver Christmas cards to the boy
Police officers used a squad car as a makeshift ambulance earlier this year to rush a wounded firefighter-paramedic to the hospital
In the Los Angeles Police Department, partners typically last a year or two in the same car, but three decades is unheard of
The department is participating in a campaign that raises awareness for children with food allergies
The young boy wanted to be like his father, a former highway patrolman who was critically injured after he was struck by a drunk driver
The Stevens Plantation Residential Owner’s Association said the signs are not in compliance with the community’s governing documents
To date, Cops for Kids with Cancer has given about $3 million to families across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine and Rhode Island
The young girl decided to donate the money from her piggy bank after officers helped her check for monsters at her house
These days, it’s not enough to just have a social media presence – the public expects much more than the basics
“The Law and Your Community” is an interactive training program designed to strengthen the relationship between cops and kids
Sarasota PD’s award-winning H.O.T. program has transformed its relationship with the homeless community
If you want your social media presence to serve your community, focus on the content not chasing the fans
The owner tried to make amends after her daughter wrote that police were bullies and racists and the business would never host a “Coffee with a Cop” event
Officer Damon Cole, who dresses up as superheroes and visits terminally ill children, posted a video message from the country superstar
OfferUp’s Law Enforcement Outreach Program works with law enforcement to create a safe meeting place for local commerce
Richland County (S.C.) Sheriff’s Department is set to begin season two of LIVE PD, which has propelled officers to virtual celebrity status
In policing, staying up to date on the latest and greatest can be difficult; here are 10 podcasts that will keep you current and your skills sharp
Little Libraries are designed to promote literacy and a sense of community among area youth
Mayor Bill De Blasio called Sgt. Paul Tuozzolo “a leader who put his fellow officers first and a family man”
Police departments should integrate digital tools like video clips, digital marketing and social media to build their brand
Officer Jack Taschner looked like he was going to break up the fun, but he surprised the crowd by joining in
Eneale Pickett released the video to promote his clothing line
The body-worn camera is a tool like any other an officer can deploy; proficiency in use requires a “train like you fight” approach
Policy for the release of footage isn’t necessarily one-size-fits all, but the public does expect to see it, and PDs need to craft their BWC policy accordingly
The success or failure of community policing hinges on our ability to humanize both the law enforcement profession and the people we serve
