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.
Through hard lessons learned, IACP presenters advocate for changing the culture of the dynamic ballistic shield
A handcuffed man threw himself over a second-floor railing, forcing officers into a life-or-death rescue and raising fears about how the incident might be portrayed
A strange call behind an NYU dorm turns into an unexpected moment of connection on a rookie’s night foot post
Jim Dudley and Tom Gandy unpack the struggles, triumphs and lessons of 2024 for law enforcement, offering bold strategies to empower frontline officers in 2025
A worn pair of police boots provides a reminder of how many days you “showed up”
Don’t let victim thinking undermine your warrior spirit and sabotage your aspirations for peak performance
The video led to a frisk and concealed firearm discovery, sparking debate over reasonable suspicion and the legality of the search
Reflecting on a two-decade career and the struggles with addiction, Jeff Fields delves into the complexities of navigating addiction while working in law enforcement
In 1994, an altruistic DEA agent and his atypical informant set out to make a difference in Worcester, Massachusetts
Don’t feel bad if your New Year’s resolutions didn’t last long because the calendar is full of opportunities for a new beginning, a do-over, or a fresh start
After a near-tragic moment in the locker room, a police officer found hope, resilience and a new purpose in helping others navigate the stress of the profession
As discussions about ghost guns, their regulation and concerns for public safety migrate to the public sphere, here are five facts to help navigate the conversation
A three-minute police response was fast, but the officer’s quick thinking bridged the critical gap
Lt. Marcou’s novel gives reader a look inside the world of SWAT
Becoming aware of these bad habits will help officers avoid them and become more effective at stopping the flow of illegal drugs
Power Flex from Flying Cross sets a new standard for comfort with its innovative all-way stretch knit weave
Key insights on performance excellence in law enforcement from experts Gordon Graham and Bryan Selzer and how data, training and positive reinforcement elevate your agency
Inaccurate police performance data can lead to missteps in law enforcement; here’s how well-tuned performance reporting can help
Learn how social media fitness apps like Strava can expose law enforcement officers’ locations, compromising their safety and privacy
Five life lessons from Viktor Frankl remind police officers that they have an immeasurable impact through their choices to serve others and preserve life
The show will air live with 3-hour episodes every Friday and Saturday on Reelz this season, providing more high-stakes drama and heart-racing situations than ever before
“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
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