PATROL FOCUS
For many officers, daily patrol briefings are where leadership habits begin to take root — for better or worse
Think officer safety while sitting in your police car
We are vulnerable to attack in our patrol vehicles. And we spend a lot of time there. So, what can we do to help ensure our safety while we’re in the car. In this video, risk management expert and Lexipol co-founder Gordon Graham shares some key officer safety tips.
FROM SEAT TO STREET: PATROL LESSONS FOR OFFICERS
From calm presence on scene to shared accountability, patrol officers quickly recognize leadership that supports rather than disrupts
Follow these steps to prioritize officer safety on every shift
Fight complacency caused by the “routine” by establishing a “tactical routine” oriented toward personal survival
Regardless of how long you’ve been doing traffic stops, no two are the same
A volatile roadside encounter turns into a fight inside a moving vehicle — where instinct and decision-making collide
Police1’s exclusive companion report to the “What Cops Want in 2025" survey reveals how officers combine awareness skills and new tools to stay safe
ADDITIONAL PATROL NEWS & INSIGHTS
Ordering a suspect to drop a firearm may create unintended risks, including impact discharges and contagious gunfire
If you are a law enforcement leader — or aspire to be — here is an experience-proven list of what cops want from their leaders
When friends or third parties consent to entry, officers must still navigate common authority, scope limits and arrest warrant requirements
As online grooming reshapes missing-child cases, the National Child Protection Task Force is helping agencies use technology and legal tools to locate endangered children
Dealers make everyone wait. Research and field experience show that timing is often used to manage risk, underscoring the importance of patience supported by good intelligence
Police TV shows in the 1960s tried to balance authenticity, entertainment and the shifting expectations of what police work should look like
In a profession defined by crisis and action, it’s the calm, compassionate responses that leave the deepest marks on the people we serve