Leadership
Police face high rates of mental health issues like stress, PTSD and suicidal ideation; fixing this is key to effective public safety
Innovative child care programs are changing law enforcement recruiting and retention through agency-led programs, new laws and other solutions
Bodycam footage lays bare two officers’ shocking inaction during a man’s final moments, exposing a profound betrayal of their duty to protect life
One of the main goals of drunk driving enforcement is to raise the perception among drinking drivers that they will be stopped and investigated for drunk driving
The current conflict illustrates how important it is for police administrators and union representatives to participate in the process of deploying body-worn cameras
These officers and agencies go above and beyond in myriad ways to serve and protect their communities
On the cusp of retirement, Lt. Bruce Holt committed to helping his small department recover and rebuild after a tragic loss
Collaboration takes skills, demands integrity and, most importantly, the ability to get along with supporters and rivals
Leaders, trainers, and patrol officers often complain about the “new generation” and how they do not want to put in the time on the streets
Police officers spend a considerable amount of time preparing their responses to active shooter scenarios
Police officers are becoming targets for violence and parts of the American public are losing their faith in law enforcement
This Police1 Digital Edition focuses on how the past and present will shape the future of SWAT in the United States
There is no magic to making operational decisions. All it takes is leadership that cares about doing the right thing for everyone
These people usually have their own self-serving agenda
Agency administrators had been operating under the assumption that getting to the call quicker can increase arrest rates
A verbally abusive boss can have destructive effects on the morale of subordinate officers and the agency as a whole
ASPIRE compares potential candidates against characteristics most often identified with effective leadership
There is only one way to truly know what others think of your leadership practices — ask them!
When cops assess a potential threat, they determine whether lethal force is necessary or if one of several “less lethal” tools such as a baton, OC or TASER will be successful
One area often overlooked by officers is the investigation of financial or “white collar” crimes
Scheduling software written specifically for law enforcement can provide user-friendly access, efficient tools for administration and ultimate cost savings benefits
Motorola has entered into the body-worn camera market with the release of its Si series of cameras
Earning a degree is what’s best for your organization, your community and your profession
Legacy is a byproduct of hard work and servitude — if you bring your best to your agency each day, you will create a legacy
While we tend to think of succession plans in terms of the chief executive position, they are actually useful in helping us develop personnel for all positions
Before a cultural change can take place, both police leadership and the rank and file must recognize one is needed
A CPA provides an excellent opportunity for participants to gain a better understanding of the procedures, responsibilities, demands and laws officers face
Over the past three years, the Minneapolis Police Department has created a culture of accountability to improve public trust and employee engagement
21st century leadership differs from leadership practices of the past, and some of the terms associated with it are misunderstood
We in law enforcement are community leaders — every day — and we are conspicuous men and women of civic virtue
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The guardian officer begins with the end in mind and then considers the least-aggressive strategy
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