Expert Columnists & Contributors
To fulfill our editorial mission to deliver the most comprehensive and authoritative coverage of the critical issues impacting law enforcement, the Police1 columnist roster features subject matter experts from each discipline within the policing profession.
Police1 columnists provide unique, on-the-job insights gathered from decades of experience working in many different types of departments and agencies across the country.
To submit articles, follow the steps outlined in our author guidelines. All articles are subject to review and not all submissions are accepted by the Police1 Editor-in-Chief.
RECENT EXPERT ARTICLES
A veteran detective reflects on how ceremony turns an ending into a beginning — for the officer, the family and the profession
When a young gang member told me he couldn’t wait to go to the feds, that moment changed everything I thought I knew about crime, punishment and connection
A landmark cross-border training highlights the deadly reach of cartels, Chinese chemical networks, and the urgent need for unity between U.S. and Canadian law enforcement
Nurturing positive community relationships is an integral part of maintaining a positive trajectory for police morale, enthusiasm and commitment
Comments from respondents to Police1’s sexual harassment survey reveal how leadership, HR practices and agency culture shape women’s experiences in law enforcement
More than three-quarters of respondents experienced workplace sexual harassment, highlighting persistent cultural and leadership challenges in policing
Developing recruits’ critical thinking, decision-making and stress management abilities prepares them for the complex realities of policing
Accountability isn’t punishment — it’s how police leaders shape culture, strengthen teams and uphold the profession’s integrity
