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RECENT EXPERT ARTICLES
A trio of law enforcement professionals share the best practices they are using to connect cops with their communities
An initial hurdle to program implementation revolved around community members believing it was just another “get tough on crime” scheme
Officers must be trained in how to verbally de-escalate and physically intervene when another officer loses emotional control
Starting with the right candidates is key to creating officers who embrace a culture of accountability
Every officer must prevent or stop any misconduct by another officer and report officer misconduct when they become aware of it
The Council on Criminal Justice launched the Violent Crime Working Group to produce concrete guidance police leaders can use to curb violence
Some individuals need some extra guidance to successfully navigate the hiring process and fulfill their dream of becoming a police officer
The second is knowing how to handle the evidence when the worst happens
Pre-plan for bystander response, mental health support for when chaotic violence disrupts a mass gathering