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.
Violence prevention is not only possible but also achievable through diligent collaboration, proactive intervention and a commitment to community safety
First responders need to prioritize mental health and seek help when needed
Multiagency peer support teams provide confidential, compassionate support across agency lines; learn how they enhance well-being
Critics say Chesa Boudin has failed to prosecute repeat offenders, allowing them to commit more crimes that have contributed to the deterioration of the city’s quality of life
The appellate court analyzes a recent case in light of the state-created danger doctrine to decide if the officer should be liable
The “mudroom” is that unpleasant place military and law enforcement officers can find themselves thrust into as they engage an opponent in a fierce struggle
While they work closely with police and respond to nonviolent calls, the specialists free up officers’ time, police said
“We’re not just out there riding around,” said Chief Ed Jackson. “We’re actually trying to solve some of this violence and get intelligence”
Encounters with people in wheelchairs can pose safety risks for officers
NYPD Chief Rodney Harrison noted a 14% increase in gun arrests this year
The mayor wants to increase police staffing by 200 sworn officers and 100 unarmed public safety specialists over the next three years
Assaults on law enforcement are on the rise. Follow these steps to help increase your survival odds when faced with an aggressive or resistant suspect
Six local dealers received an intriguing invitation from the Tucson Police Department
NYPD has used 12-pound trigger pulls for several decades
The retire-rehire program is “the only way in the near term we can get officers on the force,” a city official said
The SoToxa Mobile Test System tests saliva for six kinds of drugs
How San Mateo County is rolling out the latest tools and training for success
A human factors scientist discusses device design, holster placement and training considerations
Officers were accused of extending a traffic stop to conduct a K-9 sniff in this recent case
In this eBook, we review how to use in-car video footage for training and how video technologies improve situational awareness
The number of races and street takeovers jumped 27% in 2021 across Los Angeles
Tips and tricks for patrol officers without significant medical training and limited supplies
The Illinois State Police has a secret weapon for making country roads safer for drivers
Three area law enforcement agencies are joining forces this weekend to enforce a new ordinance
Police agencies are on the frontline of this crisis – here are the steps all chiefs and sheriffs need to take
“I’m still shaking when I think about it,” the owner said
The mental health team of police officers will be outfitted with “low key” uniforms and vehicles
Shootings are still high citywide, but police leaders say a patrol strategy is making gains
The canine teams completed between 11 and 15 weeks of intensive training at the CHP Academy
The city is offering a $100,000 reward for information leading to arrests in organized auto burglary operations
Portland PD has been struggling to keep up amid an acute staffing shortage
That’s about one murder every five days
If there is any clearly established Supreme Court precedent, it is that the Court believes lower courts continue to misconstrue Supreme Court direction on qualified immunity
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