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.
From the ER to the street, a Muskogee doctor found a new way to save lives — one patrol shift at a time
The drama “Sovereign” looks back at the 2010 killing of two officers by a father and son who called themselves “sovereign citizens”
Officers who balance command presence with empathy don’t just de-escalate — they strengthen community confidence in policing
Discover the top tactical gloves for law enforcement that offer unmatched durability, comfort, grip and dexterity
If all you see are bandages and a bottle of antiseptic, then you need to be a little bit concerned
Be cognizant of what is working – and what is not – and be flexible enough to change tactics quickly as needed
Officers face critiques from all sides — peers, supervisors and the public. Here’s how to turn criticism into opportunities for professional and personal growth
Affordable, practical and durable — this tactical multi-tool is designed for first responders who need reliability and versatility at their fingertips
Amelia Frasure shares her experience as the UAS program manager of the Greenville Police Department’s drone program and her passion for training the next generation of drone operators
From crime scene reporting to confronting serial killers, Anne E. Schwartz recounts her chilling experiences and lessons learned from the Dahmer investigation
While there is no one way to do the job, this is a list of basics for every cop on the street
We should be doing more to harness the wisdom of street cops and what they learn from every shift
Courage is not taking action in the absence of fear, but taking action in spite of fear
Matt Walsh discusses how the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is using data collection, peer-driven support programs and trauma therapy to save lives in the law enforcement community
Axon’s Thi Luu and Andy Wrenn explain how portable virtual reality training pods and realistic scenarios can improve officer performance, safety and community engagement
Though common and relatively simple to learn and use, tactical performance imagery can become most effective when certain approaches are utilized
Do your perceived skills and abilities match reality?
The award winners will be recognized during Police Weekend, showcasing efforts from traffic safety to comprehensive wellness initiatives
Officer mental health is significantly impacted by the ongoing stressors experienced every day on the job – which is in part a physiological experience
The agency provides resources for officers’ physical, mental, financial and spiritual health — and recently received the Destination Zero Award for its comprehensive program
If you’re inexperienced in the courtroom, you need to read this advice
With the rise in both internal and external threats, the traditional methods of weapon storage and management are becoming obsolete
Inconsistent schedules, long shifts and lack of personal time are pushing officers to the limit, impacting wellness and performance
Explore how emotional intelligence gives officers the tools to manage high-pressure situations, improve communication, and foster leadership rooted in empathy and resilience
Dive into the capabilities of Draft One, its potential impact on officer efficiency and morale, and the future possibilities for this technology in policing
Whether it’s fitness, hobbies or spending time with non-LE friends, finding balance is key to staying sharp both on and off duty
The goal is to stop the bleeding by filling the wound channel with gauze, creating a compact barrier to control blood flow
Quit “proceeded to the vicinity of” and just say where the hell you went
The threat to officer safety posed by sovereign citizens is well known. Here’s how to be safe and professional during an encounter
Oracle’s chair and CTO Larry Ellison recently predicted that “every police officer is going to be supervised at all times,” raising questions about balancing enhanced accountability with privacy concerns
Remember to prepare for the conditions you might find yourself outside in for several hours
Learn how the Humane Society’s specialized training helps police investigate animal abuse and fighting rings
Two experts reveal how drones are becoming critical in policing, enhancing real-time response and reshaping future operations
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