Policing Matters

Policy-based recording is a gamechanger for police bodycams

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How technology and policy are working hand in hand to improve the utility of body-worn cameras

10 must-listen-to Policing Matters podcasts of 2020

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From mixed martial arts to sleep deprivation, here are some of the most popular Policing Matters podcasts of the year

The value of cellular broadband for mission-critical communication (white paper)

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Cradlepoint

Findings from a recent survey show that needs for connectivity are outpacing agencies’ current capabilities as the pandemic accelerates digital transformation

Policing Matters Podcast: How Utah v. Strieff will affect cops

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The Supreme Court recently ruled that if an officer makes an illegal stop and then discovers an arrest warrant, the stop and its fruit will not be excluded in court

Policing Matters Podcast: Why LE's response to the Orlando massacre was the correct approach

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Some criticize LE over Pulse nightclub terrorist attack in Orlando in June. Jim & Doug discuss incident and why Orlando police did an excellent job in response.

Policing Matters Podcast: Cops speak out on no-pursuit policies

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Jim and Doug offer their thoughts on some of the comments from our listeners

Policing Matters Podcast: Why the proposed changes to sex offender laws are dangerous

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Jim and Doug discuss how this kind of “harm reduction strategy” can actually have an adverse effect on public safety

Policing Matters Podcast: Debunking the myth that cops aren't taught de-escalation

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Doug and Jim discuss how cops have used "Verbal Judo" and address when de-escalation tactics can and cannot be successful

Policing Matters Podcast: Leave the job at the job

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Jim and Doug discuss what cops can do to try to minimize the negativity they might accidentally be bringing home

Policing Matters Podcast: Cops weigh in on carrying Narcan

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Jim and Doug revist the topic of Narcan and respond to some comments from LEOs

Policing Matters Podcast: Child abuse and mandatory reporting

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Jim and Doug discuss why police officers need to be extra vigilant toward signs that a child is being abused

Policing Matters Podcast: Should cops be allowed to have tattoos?

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Jim and Doug discuss no-tattoo policies

Podcast Quick Clip: What cops need to know about contacts with autistic subjects

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Jim and Doug discuss some of the issues related to officer contact with ASD subjects

Policing Matters Podcast: Do no-pursuit policies go too far?

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Jim and Doug also highlight ways LEOs can bring a pursuit to a safe conclusion and explore issues related to contact with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) subjects

Podcast Quick Clip: How cops use social media to solve crimes

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Whether via automated software tools or investigators digging into the internet manually, social media has become an invaluable investigative resource