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RECENT EXPERT ARTICLES
A new program can help agencies gather real-time feedback about individual officer interactions with the citizenry
Symbols and ceremonies are important ways for us to remember fallen LEOs
Hiring a lateral officer can be a great experience for all concerned, but the new agency still has an obligation to ensure the new hire is everything they expect
Since the D.C. Council voted in 2020 to cut the police budget by $15 million, there has been a historic increase in violent crime
Philadelphia officers had removed a vehicle’s passenger for safety concerns during a traffic stop and found a loaded pistol
Offering educational options versus punitive responses can make all the difference
By mining their own data, departments can pinpoint issues, save careers and better serve communities
The trial is a good reminder of the three things police forget about investigations
Law enforcement training should incorporate building the resiliency of recruits to help develop the psychological and tactical armor to adjust and adapt to fluid situations