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Articles Written By: Melanie Basich

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Hip to Be Square

December 2008 - Departments: First Look

After a long research process, Bushnell has found an unusual way to build a better flashlight with very consistent light output: by changing the shape of the beam from a circle to a square.

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Melanie Basich

Are Your Radios at the Ready?

November 2008 - Features

New regulations require that every public safety agency switch over to narrowband frequencies by 2013 or else. Now law enforcement agencies that don't bring their equipment and licenses up to date could find themselves in a world of hurt.

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Melanie Basich

Mobile Data

October 2008 - Features

The latest in-car computers and laptops for law enforcement.

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Melanie Basich

Full Access

September 2008 - Departments: First Look

The Panasonic Toughbook CF-U1's super-fast Intel Atom processor allows it to run all of the applications you'd have on an in-car computer, including full-function Microsoft XP and Microsoft Vista operating systems, in real time. You no longer have to pick and choose.

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Melanie Basich

Countdown to TREXPO EAST 2008

August 2008 - Features

TREXPO East is scheduled to host an exclusive screening of the documentary, "Drug Wars: The Colombianization of Mexico," on Tuesday, August 26. Even if you don't work anywhere near the border or live in one of the border states, chances are that drug and human traffickers are operating in your state, and possibly in your jurisdiction.

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Melanie Basich

WMD Gear for the First Responder

August 2008 - Features

New suits, masks, and breathing apparatus for first responders.

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Melanie Basich

Quiet Traction

August 2008 - Departments: First Look

Stealth Force is the new incarnation of Magnum USA's popular Stealth line of boots. Available in a host of styles—all in black leather and nylon—the Stealth Force line has a boot for patrol, SWAT missions, and the station, and pretty much everything in between.

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Melanie Basich

Outfitting the Officer

July 2008 - Features

Read on for the newest uniforms, outerwear, and casual wear for law enforcement.

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Melanie Basich

Significant Impact

July 2008 - Features

Read on for a sampling of impact projectiles available for law enforcement.

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Melanie Basich

Buzz Kill

July 2008 - Departments: First Look

The ThorShield fabric backing on this Point Blank ballistic vest carrier effectively shorts out electro-conductive devices to prevent a shock.

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Melanie Basich

The State of American Law Enforcement, Chapter 6: Woment Warriors

June 2008 - Cover Story

Maintaining a balance between one's identity as a woman and as a police officer is never going to be easy. Knowing this, Sgt. Stefani Gombar of the Phoenix PD cherishes one piece of advice she received in the academy from a female officer: "Don't lose yourself."

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Melanie Basich

Countdown to TREXPO East 2008

May 2008 - Features

Mark your calendar for the TREXPO East 2008 conference and expo, which returns to the Dulles Expo & Conference Center in Chantilly, Va., August 26–29, 2008. With a conference, professional training sessions, a trade show featuring specialized equipment and services, and a range day, TREXPO East offers something for everyone.

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Melanie Basich

Rapid Transit

May 2008 - Features

With only two wheels and a gyroscope balance system, Segway's Personal Transporter (PT) was a hard sell for some as a viable patrol vehicle. But it's certainly caught on in the last few years.

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Melanie Basich

The State of American Law Enforcement, Chapter 4: A Love-Hate Relationship

April 2008 - Features

“My brother told me, ‘If you want everyone to love you, join the fire department. If you want half the people to love you but half the people to hate you, go ahead and be on the police department.’” —Officer Michael Pecha, Omaha (Neb.) Police Department.

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Melanie Basich

Trusty Sidekicks

March 2008 - Features

From mats to padded gear to simulated weapons, safety begins with training using the right equipment.

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Melanie Basich

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