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Training
NFL Bans Off-Duty Carry
The National Football League will deny entry to any off-duty police officer who brings a concealed carry firearm to any of its facilities, according to a new league policy.
October 6, 2013
Patrol
Force Multiplier: Off-Duty Carry
Off-duty officers who carry firearms are not just protecting themselves; they are protecting the public.
January 10, 2019
Careers
Off-Duty Carry: What Kind of Cop Are You?
Where and when to carry off-duty is a debate between cops that has gone back and forth for generations. I know what I've done and will continue to do. Let's review the three kinds of cops so you can pick the category that suits you best.
March 6, 2011
Careers
Off-Duty Carry and Preparedness
Nearly every company and cop shop has a messenger shoulder-type gear bag available today in a variety of sizes and carry styles. Some of these bags reek "cop," so get a sports team's logo or some designer logo, and put it on the outside of the bag for public view.
February 13, 2011
Patrol
5 Things to Know When Buying Concealed Carry or Off-Duty Holsters
Mike Barham, of Galco Holsters, shares five important considerations to keep in mind when you buy off-duty concealed or plain-clothes carry holsters.
May 22, 2023
Patrol
The Aurora Tragedy and Off-Duty Carry
I can point to those instances where off-duty officers have mitigated the loss of life and stopped such threats. It was a Texas Department of Public Safety officer who chased the Luby's shooter into a restroom where the man killed himself.
July 22, 2012
Weapons
Off-Duty Firearms Carry and Training
If for no other reason than the protection of yourself and your loved ones, you need to practice off-duty firearms tactics. And it's in your agency's best interests to provide you with the necessary skills.
November 17, 2010
Patrol
Detroit Chief Says Off-Duty Officers Should be Allowed to Carry in Sports, Entertainment Venues
Responding to the Sunday night shooting that left more than 50 dead in Las Vegas, Detroit Police Chief James Craig said Monday large venues should all allow off-duty officers to carry firearms during events such as Detroit Lions games -- where they're prohibited.
October 2, 2017
Women in Law Enforcement
Pitfalls of Off-Duty Carry for Female Cops
Our clothing is close-fitting, which makes it difficult and occasionally impractical to conceal a handgun underneath it. The bulge makes it much too obvious.
February 27, 2013
Patrol
Less-Lethal Tools for Off-Duty Carry
Consider the following scenario: You are off duty in a neighborhood bar dealing with a belligerent drunk. You can’t leave. You’ve tried to calm the situation with words, and he’s still coming at you. You’ve called 911 and on-duty officers are on the way. But the guy attacks you.
July 31, 2006
Patrol
Ohio FOP Asks NFL to Allow Off-Duty and Retired Officers to Carry at Games
The FOP Ohio says the national Fraternal Order of Police supports their position and has asked for a league-wide change of policy from Commissioner Roger Goodell.
December 1, 2015
Patrol
Neb. Legislature May Decide Issue of Off-Duty Carry at Schools
The actions of an off-duty FBI agent — taking a gun to a Papillion elementary school — have ignited discussion that could make its way to the Nebraska Legislature, according to the Omaha World-Herald.
November 3, 2013
Weapons
Baltimore May Restrict Off-Duty Carry During Alcohol Consumption
Baltimore Police Commissioner Frederick H. Bealefeld III is considering revising the department's General Order governing officer conduct to prohibit officers from carrying a firearm if they consume alcohol off duty.
December 5, 2010
Command
LAPD Working to Allow Non-Citizen DACA Officers to Carry Off Duty
The topic of DACA recipients working as police officers is complicated and raises many legal and safety questions, including whether a non-citizen should ever arrest a US citizen and what would happen if a DACA migrant suddenly loses their legal status.
December 15, 2023
Patrol
Video: Retired Las Vegas Lieutenant Randy Sutton Discusses Role of CCW and Off-Duty Carry in Terror Response
ISIS names Las Vegas as a high profile target. But, in the event of an attack like we saw in Paris, there's a secret security force armed and ready to open fire. POLICEMAG.com columnist and retired Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Lt. Randy Sutton introduces us to them.
November 27, 2015
Patrol
Retired Las Vegas Lieutenant Randy Sutton Discusses Role of CCW and Off-Duty Carry in Terror Response
ISIS names Las Vegas as a high profile target. But, in the event of an attack like we saw in Paris, there's a secret security force armed and ready to open fire. POLICEMAG.com columnist and retired Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Lt. Randy Sutton introduces us to them. More Here.
November 27, 2015
Weapons
Carrying Off Duty
There are important issues you should consider when choosing what weapon to carry, what holster to secure it, and what ammo to use.
June 22, 2022
Patrol
Guard Yourself While Carrying Off Duty
A firearm stolen from one officer's vehicle was later used to kill still another-Minneapolis PD Officer Richard Miller, who'd stopped the gun thief in yet another stolen vehicle.
October 6, 2010
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