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POLICE March 2008

Vol. 32 No. 3

March 2008

COVER STORY

State of American Law Enforcement: Teaching to the Test

One thing that's clear from the statistics is that law enforcement is becoming a more dangerous occupation. Which begs the question: Is the training that the average law enforcement officer receives adequate enough to help him or her counter the threats presented by the job?

David Griffith

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  • SHOT Show 2008: Report from the Aisles

    Features

    At this year's SHOT, held last month in Las Vegas, aisles of booths were overflowing into several tent buildings erected in the parking lot. And a good portion of the overflow belonged to law enforcement products.

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    Scott Smith and Melanie Basich

  • How to Tell When You Need a Search Warrant

    Features

    The general rule-of-thumb is to try to get a warrant whenever possible. On the other hand, if you can seize evidence without engaging in a search, you don't need either a warrant or any exception.

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    Devallis Rutledge

  • Keeping Track of Training

    Features

    The potential liability stemming from use-of-force incidents that may spur inquiries from lawyers is just one compelling reason for streamlined records management. Therefore, it behooves your police department to consider automating the documentation and monitoring of police personnel's records.

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    Bob Galvin

  • Trusty Sidekicks

    Features

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

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    Melanie Basich

  • Open Season

    Columns: Editorial

    You need to do everything that you can legally do to avoid becoming a statistic.

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    David Griffith

  • Going the Wrong Way

    Columns: In My Sights

    The really great thing about a career in law enforcement is all the exciting and wonderful experiences we get to have. Using Oscar Wilde's definition of "experience" as the name we give our mistakes, I have had a lot of "experiences."

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    Dave Smith

  • Kahr PM45

    Reviews: Arsenal

    Its slim measurements and short height make the PM45 perfect for its intended role as a concealed carry gun. Despite its diminutive size and light weight, this pistol is controllable and effective. Kahr has redefined the criteria by which we judge concealable handguns.

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    Mike Detty

  • Spyderco Tenacious Folding Knife

    Reviews: Police Product Test

    For 2008 Spyderco Knives introduces the Tenacious. With a foundation of 8Cr13Mov stainless steel, this knife is designed to be durable and dependable.

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    Scott Smith

  • Going for the Gold

    Departments: First Look

    Known for its Pro Ears line of electronic hearing protection and amplification products, RidgeLine has introduced its new Gold Series of muff-style headsets with advanced technology to enhance comfort and performance.

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    Melanie Basich

  • Graffiti

    Departments: Patrol Response To...

    In a Broken Windows crime model, graffiti is one of those foothold crimes that leads to a neighborhood's decay.

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    Joseph Petrocelli

  • Old Saybrook, Connecticut 05•03•2005

    Departments: Shots Fired

    The sight that greeted Bergantino momentarily took him aback. Beyond the threshold stood a man as naked to the world as when he'd first entered it some 50 years before. It was not a pretty sight.

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    Dean Scoville

  • Blade Concealment

    Departments: The Winning Edge

    Most of the equipment on our ever-growing gun belts has a specific purpose. But a knife can be a seatbelt-cutting device, scraper, impromptu screwdriver, pry tool, rapid tire deflating device, loose thread remover, trunk key, and a life or death survival tool.

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    Doug Iketani

  • The Bruton Rule

    Departments: Point of Law

    In many cases, two or more crooks commit crimes together. When you catch them, you'll generally do your best to get admissible confessions from them. Arresting multiple suspects can actually give you better chances to obtain statements.

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    Devallis Rutledge

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