Patrol Issues
The Patrol Issues topic page offers news, commentary, analysis, and tactical tips that will help prepare police officers for life on the thin blue line.
While there isn’t a safe place to stand when dealing with vehicles, there are tactics you can use to reduce risk
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
Five life lessons from Viktor Frankl remind police officers that they have an immeasurable impact through their choices to serve others and preserve life
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“I dream every single night, wake up and feel like I worked all night in my sleep,” one officer said, highlighting the growing toll of fatigue
Recruiting has its ups and downs; sometimes we’ve got an applicant pool and sometimes we have an applicant puddle
This gripping account chronicles a beat cop’s relentless battle to protect his community as crack cocaine devastated Atlanta’s neighborhoods in the late 1980s
International speaker Dwayne Bryant highlights how education, respect and communication can transform traffic stops and rebuild trust between law enforcement and the community
The Supreme Court recently agreed to hear Barnes v. Felix, a case that could redefine how officers’ split-second decisions are judged
Prioritizing patients by injury severity ensures officers can maximize survival rates
The Barnes v. Felix case brings a federal circuit split to the Supreme Court, challenging whether deadly force should be judged at the “moment of threat” or under a broader “totality of circumstances” approach
APB is transforming academic research into practical, jargon-free summaries, giving police officers access to cutting-edge strategies in just two pages
While these police hacks may not have been addressed in the police academy, they are useful in everyday patrol life
While body-worn cameras reshape daily interactions, officers are finding new ways to preserve humor on the job, keeping morale high and stress in check
At high-risk roadway incidents, reduce your risk by maximizing time, distance and shielding
With a comprehensive plan in place, your agency can face civil unrest with confidence, knowing the mental and emotional wellbeing of your team is a top priority
Leadership plays a critical role at every stage of civil unrest preparedness — from planning to execution and recovery
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NYPD bodycam footage from the Jordan Neely trial underscores the importance of hands-only CPR and AED use when faced with an unresponsive subject
Despite being positioned to make an impact on emergency cardiac survival rates, LE remains an under-utilized component of the chain of survival
How law enforcement officers can navigate the challenges of responding to residents armed with weapons — and avoid escalating tense situations
Officers must shift from focusing solely on convictions to understanding the “win” as earning credibility
The outcome of the 2024 election could significantly affect crime laws, immigration policies and public safety reforms, all of which have direct implications for law enforcement
In today’s environment, proactive officers who embrace the 95 percenter mindset are essential to restoring public trust and making a meaningful impact on community safety
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At IACP 2024, experts detailed lessons learned from nearly 17,000 law enforcement Narcan administrations in New York State
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Can a children’s book help prepare a family for the consequences of trauma-focused career fields?
Some first responders take the unique experience of serving the public into the political arena
On October 17, 2023, a Texas Ranger Sergeant brought justice to the killers of Lt. Milton Resendez, earning the Medal of Valor for his heroic actions
There are a thousand reasons to say no, but what if saying yes changes everything?
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