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When poor practices are modeled, the consequences can be long-lasting; here’s how leadership can step in early to set new officers up for success
From meeting eligibility requirements to finding open law enforcement jobs, here’s what you need to know to start your policing career in the Buckeye State
From defining an active shooter to improving police training, these 10 questions prepare law enforcement to respond with confidence and clarity
Police officers have myriad unique opportunities to positively influence America’s children
A suspect landing on his back puts most officers in an awkward position for controlling that suspect
It would be convenient for police to say, “Fire is the fire department’s problem,” but that’s often not the case
Most of the killings tragically involve a definable list of deadly tactical errors
The past speaks to us, if we only listen, and teaches us critical lessons about dealing with highly mobile killers
Recipients of the Peace Officer Loan Repayment Assistance Program will be eligible for up to $20,000 over five years
We’re all spending more time at home because of COVID-19 – here’s how to put some of that time to use for your career
Shelter-in-place orders are keeping children in their homes, which is where the majority of abuse and domestic violence occurs
Court authorizes warrantless entries into homes and seizures of persons and firearms when officers have objectively reasonable belief public safety is in jeopardy
With training extremely limited during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is critical you maintain your firearms skills through ongoing practice
If you have any downtime due to quarantine or shift schedule changes, consider taking classes online – here are some pointers to finding the right program
Life-threatening hemorrhages are a huge threat to officers who have been injured in the line of duty
A 2-day course from NLEFIA shows why your department should adopt RDS for duty pistols
Follow these report-writing tips to improve the outcomes of your cases
Research findings may help trainers more rapidly educate recruits to make better use-of-force decisions
Three external factors can impact long-term use of these facilities
A hidden armed subject could have turned a vehicle search into an ambush
As the number of people with autism grows, it’s important to recognize potential communication challenges so that police can interact more safely and effectively with these individuals
In this Q&A, Police1 asks an expert what police need to know about people with autism and why, as well as what they can expect to learn from the new VirTra training course
A longtime police officer and trainer picked up some critical cues and strategies when he previewed the new VirTra course
The one or two-handed front strangle is a common murderous assault launched by aggressors
A one-time expense can enable scores of students to be trained in a technique or philosophy for years to come
Children can no longer find respite from their abusers during school hours or time spent elsewhere
The California Peace Officers’ Association is providing guided discussions to help law enforcement navigate unprecedented challenges
Even a handcuffed, compliant subject can still be a flight risk
Democratic lawmakers sent a letter to Attorney General William Barr asking for anti-bias training since officers are now more likely to encounter masked individuals
The coronavirus is rapidly changing the way every aspect of our society operates, including law enforcement and the communities they serve
Agencies that take no action to terminate officers who have been proven to be dishonest are placing themselves at risk
Considering the ever-changing developments related to the COVID-19 pandemic, good planning is especially valuable right now