De-escalation

Colo. first responders using app to foster safer encounters with people

Technology gives first responders valuable information when they are approaching persons with physical or mental health needs

Watch: LAPD launches virtual reality training program for officers

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The simulator involves a motion capture studio in the police academy's gymnasium, with dozens of cameras and wearable sensors

How the FBI Protocol sparked innovation in ammunition

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Federal and Speer have continued to evolve their ammunition to keep pace with the needs of law enforcement

Deputy becomes first from South Carolina to receive U.S. Attorney General’s award

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U.S. Justice Department recognizes deputy’s heroism and quick thinking

How this powerful handheld device increases your de-escalation options

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The SD Projectile Launcher from Byrna Technologies requires less accuracy to be effective, giving officers added time and distance for safer engagement

Prepare well both your verbal and physical de-escalation skills

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I became inspired to teach the concept of de-escalation thanks partially to the bad example of a “pompous cop” and the good advice of an ancient general

Problem-solving with less direct police intervention

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A suburban PD’s engagement strategies improvement plan provides officers with new tools to respond to minor police matters

Wash. police officer recognized for de-escalating response to armed woman

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The woman, who was clearly having a mental health crisis, was carrying an AK-47 and appeared to be wearing a vest filled with explosives

Situational de-escalation and escalation of force for tactical teams

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The primary challenge for the Richland County Sheriff’s Department Special Response Team going into 2022

True de-escalation is a mindset before it's a tactic

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Strategies to de-escalate the system to help things go right for people

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

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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

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