Law Enforcement Policies
This Policies section highlights how law enforcement policy plays out in the real world, while also connecting you with best practices for drafting, updating and ensuring accountability with policies.
Policies help foster accountability in public safety and in our personal lives; effective policies foster success in all areas of life
The Supreme Court’s ruling in Barnes v. Felix could help resolve whether use of force should be judged by the moment of threat doctrine or the totality of the circumstances
The most relevant and important human factors that every investigator, administrator and trainer should understand when conducting use-of-force investigations and reviews
HPD officers will no longer pursue drivers suspected of Class C offenses, including minor traffic violations and theft, according to the new policy
The “Reimagine Policing Plan” focuses less on incarceration and has a greater emphasis on community engagement
Strategies for law enforcement leaders to create an accepting workplace
The new response system will minimize police presence at protests and enforce de-escalation methods before increasing response, unless public safety is at risk
All off-site medical transports will require two Marion County deputies and murder suspects will wear red clothing to indicate their potential danger
Under the new Colorado law that took effect in July, police departments can only use no-knock warrants if there’s a credible threat to human life
How law enforcement professionals can make better decisions when it comes to engaging in, refraining from or terminating vehicle pursuits
Download this tip sheet to learn strategies for officers to enhance personal safety and security while using social media and guidance for officers with an active social media presence.
Download this explainer to learn about the “what, why, and how” of law enforcement accreditation, including an overview of the process, benefits of becoming accredited, costs, and more.
Download this tip sheet to identify five policy trends every law enforcement leader should be aware of.
Implement these steps to help ensure when your officers are asked how they are holding up after an OIS you’ll get an answer that’s better than “I’m okay.”
Any SWAT team still doing things the same way they did even 10 years ago should quickly reevaluate the viability of their tactics
Six steps to balancing efficiency and safety when multiple officers converge on a scene
How can an agency best protect employees from the risks associated with heat illness and death?
Complaints against our officers will never go away. However, don’t always perceive them negatively
It seems like every week we hear of a squad car being stolen somewhere in the U.S. Follow these steps to make sure it doesn’t happen to your cruiser
Of the five officers who were criminally charged, commissioners fired four of them after an internal affairs investigation; The fifth officer retired in January
Providing LEOs “emotional and psychological support is important to ensure that officer stress and fatigue do not contribute to constitutional violations,” the report said
New Haven police have since adopted reforms that include making sure all prisoners wear seat belts
The change is necessary because it is taking officers away from their core responsibilities of fighting crimes, the Met chief said
Understanding the impact of recent changes in California law
A simple policy shop for police has grown into a comprehensive suite of operational and wellness solutions for first responders
A mandatory, non-punitive annual fitness assessment is essential for improving the health, fitness and quality of life of first responders
The move ends Portland’s status of being the largest municipal police agency in the nation without body-worn cameras
Police need to understand what law enforcement interests might outweigh the free speech protection of livestreaming – and under what circumstances
The officers were suspended for violating the department’s policy for use and handling of weapons
The 144-page settlement agreement between the city and the Minn. Department of Human Rights will soon be available to the public
PD has reached compliance with requirements, such as model use-of-force policies and strong community participation
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