De-escalation

'Lost in transition': How science can help inform evidence-based de-escalation practices

De-escalation is often presented as a panacea for use of force reduction, but research on the effectiveness of de-escalation techniques is limited

DOJ awards $33M in grants to advance community policing efforts across U.S.

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Over $9 million will go toward expansion of the use of crisis intervention teams to embed mental and behavioral health services with law enforcement

Paws before boots: See through your K-9’s eyes

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Tactical Electronics and Military Supply

This lightweight camera system lets you see and hear what your K-9 does – in real time – for greater situational awareness and to capture high-definition evidence

Axon President Luke Larson on how virtual reality is democratizing police training

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As VR technology improves, complex scenarios can be developed that provide real value for officer training, as well as improve community engagement

How Sacramento PD is using VR to enhance training

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Often used to create immersive gaming environments, virtual reality technology is being used to train officers to work through dangerous situations in safety

Police departments are using new tech to practice communications, de-escalation

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Law enforcement agencies across the country are using a variety of virtual reality and simulation training to better protect and serve

Roundup: How police training is being reformed

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A look at some of the discussions and legislation that has been passed in major training areas over the past year

Police de-escalation training project a team effort

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Partnership between Arizona State University and Tempe PD yielded a curriculum designed to help officers keep contacts with the public peaceful and productive

De-escalate yourself first and then de-escalate others

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For a positive outcome in a heated situation, you must first de-escalate yourself and then the situation to solve the problem

N.C. police open ‘state-of-the-art’ de-escalation training facility

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The two-story building is one of only a few of its kind in the country

What does it mean to win an encounter?

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If we can manage our own emotions by understanding how an irate person affects us, we can remain calm in the face of provocation

Why law enforcement agencies should include pursuit training and technology in their reform and de-escalation efforts (eBook)

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Download this free eBook to learn why and how departments should strive to avoid high-speed pursuits through a combination of de-escalation tactics, training and technology