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BREAKING NEWS
The Palm Beach County deputy later requested dismissal of the distracted-driving citation after the woman’s social media post about the ticket drew widespread attention online
State officials are still “having conversations” over concerns about how “Karina’s law” might make it difficult for law enforcement to store all the guns officers confiscate
Central to the legal issue was whether Raleigh PD Officer Gabriel Torres was on duty on Oct. 13, 2022, when he pulled out of his driveway to investigate the sound of gunshots
The deployment allows officers to use their smartphones as both mobile and desktop workstations to reduce reliance on traditional laptops
The LASD stated that the deputy was relieved of duty without pay and that his actions were “completely contrary” to the department’s values and standards
The ad, directed by filmmaker Michael Bay, highlighted the department’s history by showcasing key moments that may have been catastrophic without Secret Service protection
The man pointed a gun at two different officers before he was shot and taken into custody; he has been charged with attempted murder
Philadelphia police used mounted officers and emergency alerts to control the crowds after Eagles fans ignited fires and tore down traffic poles
Pasadena Police officers banged on doors — and in at least one case broke down a door — to find and wake residents and get them to safety, the footage showed
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
As demonstrations increasingly unfold outside synagogues, mosques and churches, the distinction between protest and intimidation is becoming harder to ignore
A bill targeting easily converted pistols could affect future sales of older Glock models, raising concerns among active and retired law enforcement officers
A Riverside case involving disabled veteran plates touches on police discipline, military service, due process and public perception
A shooting outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shows how fast a high-profile event can turn into a critical incident — and what officers must do to be ready
Officers’ alleged ICE welfare check at schools reveals confusion over 287(g) and local authority limits
A viral video raises a bigger question for police leaders: How do warning signs of bias go unaddressed — and what should agencies do now?
PRODUCT NEWS
Designed to deploy quickly and easily over soft body armor and/or uniforms, the plates are lightweight, low-profile
App will allow users to show digital license to law enforcement officers during traffic stops and at security checkpoints at Iowa airports
Police have released video showing what happened when an Albuquerque police officer accidentally shot a man during a burglary investigation
Divided court on Thursday again upheld use of traffic camera enforcement by the state’s municipalities, reversing a lower court after a year of legal setbacks
The lubricant penetrates deep into the metal itself leaving a slick surface that inhibits carbon, copper and lead build up
A very effective tool that provides a rapid response
First wave of more than 800 cameras would roll out as early as January
With police videos increasingly becoming subject to public disclosure, Seattle police are anxious to develop a fast — and inexpensive — way to go through a growing mountain of material and redact sensitive images
27-year-old police officer recovering from surgery at Sinai Hospital with family and fellow officers at his side
Departments around the country are changing policies and procedures to curb the use of deadly force, ease public distrust and protect officers from retaliation