Polls

Female police officer at night, talking on radio

Poll call: Evaluating barriers and support for women in law enforcement

Recent poll results offer a glimpse into the current landscape and challenges associated with recruiting and retaining female police officers

April 05, 2024 02:58 PM

Sarah Calams

First Responder Wellness Week

Poll call: A look at trends in physical fitness, holistic wellness and tech innovations for LEOs in 2024

By integrating these trends into wellness initiatives, law enforcement agencies can cultivate a healthier, more resilient workforce

March 25, 2024 11:51 AM

Sarah Calams

Women in Law Enforcement

Poll: How supportive is your police department of women returning to work after maternity leave?

The support officers receive during this time can significantly impact their career trajectory, job satisfaction and overall wellbeing

March 20, 2024 05:47 PM

My department puts officer concerns before public perception.

January 21, 2021 12:00 AM

My department’s citizens support police officers.

January 21, 2021 12:00 AM

Why did you choose law enforcement as a career?

January 20, 2021 12:00 AM

Does your agency have a mental health outreach program where counselors respond with officers?

January 13, 2021 12:00 AM

What is your main physical fitness goal for 2021?

January 04, 2021 12:00 AM

Should EMS and fire personnel be allowed to carry firearms on duty?

December 17, 2020 12:00 AM

What is your biggest wish for law enforcement in 2021?

December 17, 2020 12:00 AM

What should be the minimum age requirement to become a police officer?

December 07, 2020 12:00 AM

Should a bachelor’s degree be the minimum formal education requirement for a police officer?

December 07, 2020 12:00 AM

What will be the biggest issue in policing in 2021?

December 03, 2020 12:00 AM

If you could improve just one aspect of your off-duty health and happiness, which would it be?

December 01, 2020 12:00 AM

Does your department have a UAV/drone?

November 20, 2020 12:00 AM

Should community members be involved in the selection and hiring of a new police chief?

November 16, 2020 12:00 AM

Outside of training or a gun range, have you ever fired your service weapon while on duty?

November 08, 2020 12:00 AM

How much sleep do you average in a 24-hour period?

October 30, 2020 12:00 AM

Marijuana is a gateway drug. Do you agree or disagree?

October 03, 2020 12:00 AM

LEOs should be allowed to use recreational marijuana in places where it is legal. Do you agree or disagree?

October 03, 2020 12:00 AM

Incarcerating marijuana users is an effective way to reduce marijuana use in society. Do you agree or disagree?

October 03, 2020 12:00 AM

Should police departments relax pre-employment marijuana use restrictions?

October 02, 2020 12:00 AM

Should uniformed officers be required to show their names on their uniforms?

September 25, 2020 12:00 AM

Do you commute to and from work in your uniform?

September 08, 2020 12:00 AM

Does your family know not to reveal you’re an officer when you are off duty and in public with them?

September 08, 2020 12:00 AM

Do you carry one wallet for your police credentials and one wallet for everything else?

September 08, 2020 12:00 AM

Do you have any law enforcement-related decals on your personal vehicle or on display at your home?

September 03, 2020 12:00 AM

Do you plan to vote in the November 3, 2020 presidential election?

August 21, 2020 12:00 AM

What have you found to be the most effective way to receive de-escalation training?

July 24, 2020 12:00 AM

My department’s chief has shown strong leadership during the current period of civil unrest.

July 24, 2020 12:00 AM

What do you perceive as the biggest threat to your agency’s data security?

July 24, 2020 12:00 AM

What is the top reason someone should join your police department in 2021?

July 24, 2020 12:00 AM

My agency takes seriously the issue of officer behavioral health, including suicide prevention and PTSD recognition.

July 24, 2020 12:00 AM