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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.
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
It will always be difficult to identify an active shooter, but if we can identify them there’s a chance for intervention
Retirement may initially seem like an escape from the daily grind, but the excitement can wear off
The appellate court began by citing other cases in which the court “held that it’s reasonable for officers to tase fleeing suspects”
Your preparation now can save lives later when the unthinkable happens
The rise of consumer DNA testing and open genetic databases made forensic genetic genealogy a valuable tool for law enforcement investigations
A SWAT team executed a no-knock warrant on the wrong house, resulting in the injury of an occupant and a lawsuit
As a first responder, it’s easy to get disconnected from home and family; make your home a sanctuary and be present for your loved ones
Prioritize first responder safety and wellness with grants to support initiatives for mental health, resilience and physical fitness
CISDs help responders deal with on-the-job trauma; recent cases put peer support group counseling confidentiality in doubt
Is placing two suspects in a room together an interrogation? Can Miranda rights be violated without an interrogation?
The court rules on whether a dog sniff or the vehicle inventory and impound led to the extension of the traffic stop
“We saw an opportunity with Lexipol to set...standards of the utmost integrity, professionalism and dedication to the people we serve,” explains Chief James Schultz of Willoughby Police Department
Fraud complaints do not necessarily need to be immediately forwarded to a detective
Police drone use is increasing, making it essential for agencies to adopt a sound law enforcement drone policy governing their use
Through community partnerships, agency leaders can make choices on UAS deployment that match the needs of their community
In a recent case, the court reviews police use of force on a compliant subject over the course of a traffic stop
The court determines the permissibility of a warrant that allowed for the search of a cloud account with no time limitation
Will your recording have a soundtrack? If so, what does that soundtrack say about you as a person and as a police officer?
The Supreme Court isn’t as anxious to reinforce the doctrine of qualified immunity as some critics claim
Lexipol employees have a personal love and passion for the public safety industry
The added wealth of experience, leadership will continue to bring innovative solutions to customers in public safety
The court decides whether to grant law enforcement officers qualified immunity for failure to render medical care following an overdose
The nomination for the 2024 Business Intelligence Group award focused on the Cordico wellness app
Lexipol’s comprehensive suite of solutions address key challenges for public safety and local government agencies
The Best in Biz Award recognizes the new version of Lexipol’s Cordico wellness app for first responders
For you leaders out there: It’s imperative that valuing mental health is not just lip service
Say what you want about millennials, but they have healthy attitudes toward work-life balance in public safety; we should follow their lead
My fear is that a month or maybe a year from now, some scandal will arise when it comes out that officers in an agency have been using AI in their court submissions
In a recent case, the court determines whether a traffic stop was legally extended based on reasonable suspicion
At IACP 2023, police psychologists presented an evidence-based tool to combat the tendency of law enforcement officers to isolate themselves
