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Follow these steps to prioritize officer safety on every shift
Real toughness lies not in the acting, but in the actions of those who are sworn to serve and protect
A successful prosecution is the desired result of most criminal investigations – and that begins with an effective investigation report
On the morning my wife’s uncle died, I can’t recall what the police officers told me about what had happened, but I do remember how the officers made me feel
While law enforcement agencies tout the value and need for succession planning, few actually have or employ any formal plan
When team members are invested in their roles and contributions, you have the highest probability for a successful outcome
From the police force that protects our nation’s marine wildlife to the New York cops who deal exclusively in sanitation issues
Knowing when your questioning during a traffic stop triggers Miranda – or not – can be the difference between your evidence being suppressed – or not
Police officers nationwide face daily criticism and scrutiny of their actions; here’s how to ensure this doesn’t lead to ‘de-policing’ at your PD
There is never a “routine” day in law enforcement, and these videos prove it
It can be hard for a cop to know when it is time to retire – especially when they still love the job
Lawmen in Oklahoma Territory faced challenges that are unfathomable today
Oregon police officer’s poem shares the pain of losing a fellow officer in the line of duty
An astute investigator alert to the signs of human trafficking can launch a line of questioning designed to reveal the offender’s conduct
The “remarkable on duty” officer is like a granite rock, able to weather a withering storm of words seemingly unphased and ready to respond in an instant
From recruitment campaigns to PSAs, here are five of the funniest and most creative ways police departments have entered the world of “Star Wars”
There are some easy steps both line staff and supervisors can take to support their police sergeants
No matter what my assignment was, I knew preparation was one of the single largest contributors to producing a safe outcome
From talk show hosts to rock stars, here are 10 celebrities who have a background in law enforcement
Crisis actors do exist – just not the ones popularized by conspiracy Twitter
Individuals are filming police buildings and officers as part of a “First Amendment audit"; here’s how cops should respond
In the event of an MCI, there may be a number of victims who require immediate treatment to stop life-threatening hemorrhaging
Make sure to share your quiz results and challenge your colleagues to match or beat your score
It’s important to keep your knowledge of these tactics sharp
The support that can come from the officer’s primary relationship can be especially impactful
My perception of my son as secure and healthy and strong didn’t allow me to see that he could be capable of suicide
A well-produced and thoughtful video can become an important multipurpose tool for every law enforcement agency
There are simple ways leaders can invest in new personnel to ensure they become veteran employees
Captain Michael Howell reflects on the moments that shaped him as a law enforcement officer over his 23-year career
Whether you tell your spouse or significant other a little or a lot about your work, the one secret you can’t keep is how stressed you are
Texas Ranger John R. Hughes brought thousands to justice and to those who chose to fight, a hard reckoning
It is imperative police leaders use research and scientific evidence to correct erroneous media and public perceptions about officer-involved shootings
No cop ever wants to use deadly force, but all are prepared to do so when it’s the only option left to stop a threat and protect life
