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RECENT EXPERT ARTICLES
The fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk underscores why overlapping security layers and coordinated planning are essential in today’s threat environment
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Relying on striking as a default or even the primary empty-hand tool for officers is problematic
A veteran officer shares how the SRO role changed his career direction, inspired further education and redefined his approach to community policing
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Forging partnerships with faculty members at local colleges and universities can have a direct impact on the quality of officer candidates in your region
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Research suggests students are less inclined to report school threats — including serious ones — directly to SROs