Lexipol
Lexipol provides fully developed, state-specific law enforcement policies researched and written by subject matter experts and vetted by attorneys. Our policies are based on nationwide standards and best practices while also incorporating state and federal laws and regulations where appropriate. Best of all, we keep your policies updated for you, saving you time and money.
With Lexipol, you will enhance personnel accountability, reduce liability, save time and money on policy management AND rest easy knowing your department is protected.
Leaders have a duty to prepare their officers and protect their families — because when tragedy strikes, there may be no second chance
To combat “operational fatigue” in law enforcement, culturally competent support and proactive wellness programs are essential
Police, firefighters, EMS providers and other public safety workers often pursue relatively risky pastimes that can impact their work as well as their families
The 6th Circuit ruled vague reports of domestic violence do not automatically justify warrantless entry into a home
Lawsuit examines law enforcement liability when deputies allowed intoxicated juveniles to drive away, resulting in multiple fatalities
Circuit court ruled an officer could be held liable for failing to stop jail staff from assaulting detainee, citing duty to intervene
Officers tricked into assisting a fraudulent motorcycle repossession were not liable for unlawful search or seizure under Fourth Amendment
Circuit court ruled 20-minute delay nullified the hot pursuit exception, making officers’ warrantless entry into a backyard unlawful
Suspect had no reasonable expectation of privacy in an unlocked, out-of-order public restroom, upholding search as valid
The 10th Circuit upheld a drug and gun conviction, ruling officers lawfully impounded a vehicle and conducted an inventory search
The 6th Circuit upheld a man’s carjacking conviction, ruling a police photo lineup was not unduly suggestive
The Nov. 18 event will feature expert-led sessions that support operational excellence and leadership readiness
A new study challenges the assumption that making police body-worn cameras more visible reduces use of force
Court upheld a 15-year sentence after ruling a defendant who claimed he was “saving” minors targeted in a child sex sting
Agencies prize training, yet many officers view college degrees as unnecessary. Breaking that mindset is key to advancing professionalism and reshaping police culture
In U.S. v. Glover, the D.C. Circuit ruled ambiguous references to “warrants” may have led to involuntary consent for a home search
In United States v. Moses, the 3rd Circuit ruled a police officer did not violate the Fourth Amendment by walking onto a driveway
Just as officers have go-bags with essential gear, a family go bag contains the essential skills to create a successful home life
The difference between a lawful seizure and unconstitutional conduct often hinges on how courts view an officer’s intent in high-risk vehicle encounters
In U.S. v. Walker, the 7th Circuit ruled a lifted mattress was unjustified under the protective sweep doctrine exemption in Maryland v. Buie
The 11th Circuit ruled deputies did not use excessive force in shooting Joseph Heid, who shot at officers during a domestic violence call
The 8th Circuit upheld an extended traffic stop and cell phone seizure, affirming the trooper’s actions did not violate the suspect’s rights
The 5th Circuit ruled that deputies acted constitutionally in TASER use on an impaired suspect, clearing them of excessive force claims
We can make our own lives more meaningful by caring for our bodies and spirits, and by finding the courage to say “yes” to the life we want
Prevention begins with leaders who normalize check-ins, support peer networks and address trauma before it becomes tragedy
New Gallup and Pew data show growing confidence in law enforcement across demographics, but lingering misconceptions still challenge community relations
The 9th Circuit upheld a warrantless search of a man on supervised release, emphasizing probable cause based on residence
The suspect posed “a clear and immediate threat” because he had just murdered two people, repeatedly fired at officers and abducted his infant son
Mentoring can be one of the most valuable professional relationships we experience
