Rookie

Modernizing police training: The imperative for academies to adapt or face legal consequences

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Rising incidents of recruit injuries and deaths highlight need for training reforms

'I’ll show them respect when they show me respect!'

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How one recruit revealed some wrong-headed thinking

De-escalate encounters with persons in mental health crisis using noninvasive alternatives to force

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WRAP Technologies

Training, tactics and tools give officers options for resolving potential conflict without contact

What young officers truly desire from their career, written by a truly young officer

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By acknowledging our desire for purpose, professional development, community engagement and work-life balance, departments can attract and retain the best young professionals

A message to new officers: Be careful about the company you keep

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The people you associate yourself with will either become your downfall or your upkeep, both in this business and in life

Pa. State Capitol Police add 5 new officers through new recruitment program

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The new recruitment program allows those interested in becoming an officer to attend the academy for six months but on a salary

23-year-old N.D. officer killed after suspect started shooting during traffic crash

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Two other officers, Andrew Dotas and Tyler Hawes, were critically wounded in the shooting

Warning or ticket? How to decide

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The goal should be to end every traffic stop with the offending driver leaving the scene with a new perspective that makes them safer drivers

Why we must teach young officers about what it takes to achieve financial success

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This is the true measure of financial success in law enforcement: being able to enjoy retirement in great physical and mental shape

The worst advice I received in my law enforcement career

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I hope that by shining a light on some of the misguided advice I received, I can help other officers avoid making similar mistakes

A guide to police rookie success: 100 tips from Police1 readers

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There will be both ups and downs, but you will meet incredible people and work with some of the best folks on the planet

What's your worst advice for a rookie officer on their first shift?

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We know you've probably already received a fair share of advice from your FTO, but we asked our Police1 readers for some additional guidance – with a twist

What's your worst advice for a rookie officer on their first shift?

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We know you've probably already received a fair share of advice from your FTO, but we asked our Police1 readers for some additional guidance – with a twist

A word to the rookies: Stay humble, stay hungry

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Here are some ways to navigate the most tumultuous of careers and not become part of the negative echo chamber

How rookie officers can build resilience

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You will face traumatic incidents, so learn to build your resilience from day one, and accept help when you experience something above your ability to process