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POLICE December 2007

Vol. 31 No. 12

December 2007

COVER STORY

The Tactical Use of TASERs

The tactical teams portrayed in the movies and on television typically use an assortment of automatic weapons and high-powered rifles to shoot down terrorists and hostage takers. But those of us in the business know that the vast majority of our missions do not involve the use of deadly force.

Rick Guilbault

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  • How to Deploy Impact Munitions

    Features

    Today, law enforcement has access to a wide range of impact munitions that can be used for numerous applications. And more sophisticated impact rounds can be used to prevent suicides, to stop dog attacks, and in other uses that might have once required lethal force.

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    Dave Young

  • IACP 2007 Best of Show

    Features

    New Orleans was both lively and welcoming. Perhaps it was the fact that the New Orleans Police Department and the Louisiana State Police were in such visible command of the streets, but attendees walked the streets with little fear of harassment.

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    David Griffith and Melanie Hamilton

  • Popular Impact Munitions

    Features

    From sock rounds to foam baton projectiles, from OC to washable paint payloads, there's an impact projectile for a variety of situations.

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    David Griffith

  • Boot Up

    Features

    Consider it a holiday gift to yourself to be sure you have the footwear you need for the job this season. Here is a sampling of the newest models.

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    Melanie Hamilton

  • Michigan State Showdown

    Features

    In the words of one EVOC trainer, "Every officer wants the best vehicle they can get their hands on. Every department wants the most cost-effective fleet possible. Somewhere in between is probably the best place to be."

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    Steve Ashley

  • Kel-Tec PF-9 Pistol

    Reviews: Arsenal

    For undercover police work or even off-duty use, a small gun that can easily be concealed yet fires a reasonably powerful cartridge is essential. Kel-Tec has recently introduced its PF-9, which the company touts as the slimmest and lightest 9mm semi-auto handgun on the market.

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    Mike Detty

  • The Force New Generation 3 Jacket

    Reviews: Police Product Test

    This jacket not only offers you a number of ways to wear it, it's also packed with features. To vent body heat and reduce condensation in the jacket, there are armpit zippers for ventilation. There are also a concealed chest pocket for small items or backup weapons, inner pockets to secure a wallet and such, inner cinch cords to snug up the bottom of the jacket to keep out those drafts that chill you, and side zippers for easy access to your duty gear.

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    Scott Smith

  • Critical Incident Intel

    Departments: First Look

    Fortunately, a company called GEOCommand has created a software program that can supply you with vital information on key buildings in your jurisdiction, including floorplans and the presence of wicked little surprises like hazardous materials.

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    David Griffith

  • Drive-by Shootings

    Departments: Patrol Response To...

    Research shows that while drive-by shootings can be triggered by road rage incidents or personal disputes, they are more often associated with street gangs and street drug dealers.

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    Joseph Petrocelli

  • Charles City, Iowa 04•14•2007

    Departments: Shots Fired

    The call came in a little past 8 p.m. A suicidal man was parked inside a closed garage with the engine running. The Charles City, Iowa, officer assigned to the call was on his first night out and fell prey to many a rookie's bane: he got lost rolling to the call. That meant that the lieutenant who rolled to assist, Brandon Franke, was effectively on his own.

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    Dean Scoville

  • Keep It Real

    Departments: The Winning Edge

    As you attempt to make an arrest, you are on full alert, not knowing who the suspect is, what the suspect is capable of, or what the suspect is willing to do. Even on a so-called "routine" stop, this time the offender could be a time bomb waiting to explode.

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    Joe Maffei

  • Full Disclosure

    Departments: Point of Law

    Two of the basic questions you have when you write an investigative report are "What to put in?" and "What to leave out?" Although these are legitimate questions, it's important to understand that certain things you might consider leaving out should actually be included.

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    Devallis Rutledge

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