Drug Interdiction / Narcotics
The Drug Interdiction / Narcotics topic covers all aspects of drug enforcement, from highway or border interdiction to undercover infiltration into gangs or drug cartels. From marijuana and cocaine to prescription pills and heroin, this topic covers it all.
Focusing on impaired driving apprehension is critical for safer roadways
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Attention to timing, instructions and demonstrations help reveal intoxication clues during pre-arrest screening
“The organization involved showed a blatant disregard for [the law] and we will prove that once this investigation is over,” New Mexico State Police Chief Troy Weisler said
Proposition 314 would make selling fentanyl that results in a death a felony and would criminalize the use false documents when applying for jobs or government benefits
“Local law enforcement is working closely with federal law enforcement...to attack the source of illegal drugs flowing into New Mexico,” Albuquerque Chief Harold Medina said
The outcome of the 2024 election could significantly affect crime laws, immigration policies and public safety reforms, all of which have direct implications for law enforcement
“I love when [state agencies] show up to help,” Mendocino Sheriff Matthew Kendall said, “but I would need 50 police officers for 50 days to even begin putting a dent in it”
At IACP 2024, experts detailed lessons learned from nearly 17,000 law enforcement Narcan administrations in New York State
Fla. law enforcement plans how to combat impaired driving if marijuana legalization amendment passes
The Florida Highway Patrol intends to increase the number of officers trained as drug recognition expert if the state’s Amendment 3 passes
Green labs training involves a hands-on, immersive experience where officers interact directly with real cannabis users in controlled environments
The department noted that the amount of fentanyl seized could potentially be lethal to over 11 million people, assuming a 2 mg lethal dose
Placer County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Axel discovered the drug stash after the two suspects had stuffed it inside the bread behind a supermarket
Genaro Garcia Luna was convicted last year of providing El Chapo’s cartel with everything from intel on raids to police uniforms and equipment
A Portland Police Bureau spokesperson said that the drugs were fentanyl and meth; court records say the amount was over 10 grams
While there is no one way to do the job, this is a list of basics for every cop on the street
Court assesses reliability of photo array identification in United States v. Ruiz, where key ID evidence led to a conviction
How drug detection dog reliability in traffic stops impacted U.S. v. Collier, where a K-9 alert led to a drug conviction
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“The whole operation was nothing short of a disorganized circus, with no apparent rules, procedures, or even a hint of coordination,” the complaint says
It takes a broad-based effort;
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The raid highlights the extent of illegal pot operations and the recent entry of Chinese organized crime in the the industry
This project will distribute Thermo Fisher Scientific narcotic analyzers to schools and law enforcement agencies for rapid drug testing within Arkansas communities
Agents built a case against Ronald Carmona, using phone data and controlled buys to prove fentanyl distribution
As drug crime and overdose deaths rise, Mike Sena, Director of the Northern California Regional Intelligence Center, shares insights into the battle against drug trafficking and evolving drug enforcement
Use these tips if you suspect a semi-tractor and trailer is being used to move drugs and other contraband
Versant Power proposed a plan to proactively report high energy consumption, stating it has the ability to find marijuana grow houses but cannot report them to police
“It is still illegal to drive impaired, no matter what people believe the law is now with marijuana,” said Montgomery County Sheriff Rob Streck
How law enforcement agencies can make an impact on the drug crisis
It’s purpose-built for police users who may face a range of potential threats
After the driver’s eventual arrest, Chester County Sheriff’s Office deputies seized 112 grams of fentanyl, or around 56,000 deadly doses, from the vehicle
Led by the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, this multi-agency unit employs innovative tactics to disrupt and dismantle dangerous gangs
Since 2021, the Bellingham Police Department has been staffing only its patrol and investigations divisions, which are key to answering 911 calls and solving serious crime
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