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.
The latest automated traffic enforcement technology delivers greater accuracy and versatility, helping agencies gain community support and funding
After nearly 30 years in uniform, a sergeant reflects on the pride, loss and courage it takes to walk away from the only life he’s ever known
A new, unified approach to public event safety is moving jurisdictions from reactive to proactive protection — driven by partnerships, data and purpose
Sports marketer Brandon Steiner spent half a year embedded with officers in Harlem, Brooklyn and the Bronx — here’s what shocked him, what broke him and what every cop should hear
A longtime officer sounds off on the habits that sabotage safety, communication and survival on scene
Police1 readers share their top tactics to reduce risk
Officers trained in this method indicate they achieve a high level of compliance in a short period of time
From hazard mapping to resource deployment, AI is changing the way agencies prepare for major incidents
By integrating DFR operations into its real time information center, Elk Grove PD is enhancing situational awareness, community trust and officer safety
As law enforcement continues to combat the fentanyl crisis, advancements in drug detection technology promise new safety standards for officers in the field
Here are five actionable strategies to use data for officer development, risk reduction and enhanced transparency in your law enforcement agency
The 8th Circuit affirms qualified immunity for officer in shooting of off-duty cop during a chaotic pursuit in St. Louis
Learn how two female officers use leverage, bone structure and distance management to overcome size mismatches on the ground
“We deeply appreciate the honesty and integrity shown by our Lennox community member who acted responsibly and returned the lost rifle to our station,” Capt. Nicole Palomino said
One of the most obvious signs of potential trouble is a subject paying repeated visual attention to an officer’s gun
From grappling to weapon retention, this year’s “What Cops Want” survey responses reveal what skills officers say are missing and how training programs can evolve
Just 30 minutes after completing Axon’s VR TASER training, Lincoln PD Officer Alessandra Winterbauer used her TASER 10 to prevent a suicide-by-cop outcome
Swatting is a rising threat that endangers lives, strains emergency services and demands a coordinated response
The 8th Circuit upheld a conviction of a felon in possession of ammunition based on control of the vehicle and corroborating witness testimony
The court found the officers were justified in temporarily detaining the plaintiffs to ascertain their identities and ensure safety
After years of red tape, DFR is now scaling fast — changing how agencies respond, assess and act
The real problem with beards, the myth of the fit test and how to prep for the moment your mask seal breaks
Captain Eric Threlkeld shares the red flags officers can’t afford to miss — and how a multidisciplinary approach can interrupt deadly patterns
Respondents to Police1’s “What Cops Want” survey cite media portrayal and political rhetoric as key drivers of hostility. Here are four strategies to help agencies push back and rebuild trust
Mounted officers need to be visible and proactive to maintain relevancy within modern policing
With political violence escalating, local police must take proactive steps to protect elected officials through threat detection, community partnerships and event security
Use this four-step hierarchy to keep everyone safer during high-risk incidents
Two 911 calls, a suspicious route and a busted alibi helped officers intercept 32 pounds of methamphetamine on a South Dakota highway
Policing podcast profiles: ‘On Being a Police Officer’ podcast shares the raw truth behind the badge
What began as a civilian’s effort to support police during 2020’s civil unrest has grown into a powerful platform for officer storytelling
In U.S. v. Aquino Urraca, the 6th Circuit ruled a truck search was justified based on reasonable suspicion, overturning evidence suppression
Court upholds officers’ entry under exigent circumstances and the Fourth Amendment, finding observations justified further action
Scottsdale Police didn’t follow a template; it built a Drone as First Responder program designed around its terrain, staffing and commitment to transparency
Jason High, former UFC fighter and current MMA coach, breaks down wall-control fundamentals, with considerations for weapon retention and an optional ground transition
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