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Washington Oversight Board: Sheriff's UOF Complaint Process Needs Work
The King County Office of Law Enforcement Oversight (OLEO) recently released a new report that suggested the process used by the King County Sheriff's Office to review complaints made by members of the public against officers for alleged unnecessary or excessive use of force needs improvement.
August 30, 2018
Patrol
California UOF Legislation Inspired by Stephon Clark Shooting Shelved for the Year
California's Assembly Bill 931—a piece of legislation aimed at reducing the number of officer-involved shootings in California by modifying that state's legal standard for judging police officers' use of force from "reasonable" to "necessary"—will not move forward this year.
August 30, 2018
California's Assembly Bill 931—a piece of legislation aimed at reducing the number of officer-involved shootings in California by modifying that state's legal standard for judging police officers' use of force from 'reasonable' to 'necessary'—will not move forward this year.
Training
Video: RCMP Officer Speaks About Being First to Patrol with Permanent Blindness in One Eye
In 2012, First Constable Michael Jaszczyszyn of the Royal Canadian Mounted Patrol suffered the permanent loss of sight in his right eye due to a rare form of cancer. After training himself to fire his patrol rifle from his left side and practicing to improve his depth perception, Jaszczyszyn returned to patrol duties in December 2017. Since Jaszczyszyn returned to duty—changing RCMP policy in the process—two other Canadian officers with vision issues have also resumed active duty.
August 24, 2018
In 2012, First Constable Michael Jaszczyszyn of the Royal Canadian Mounted Patrol suffered the permanent loss of sight in his right eye due to a rare form of cancer. After training himself to fire his patrol rifle from his left side and practicing to improve his depth perception, Jaszczyszyn returned to patrol duties in December 2017. Since Jaszczyszyn returned to duty—changing RCMP policy in the process—two other Canadian officers with vision issues have also resumed active duty. Photo: Global News Canada screenshot
Patrol
Union President: California's Use-of-Force Reform Bill Endangers Police
"The ultimate goal of the ACLU on this bill is to incarcerate police officers. This bill will either cost police officers their lives or their jobs. It’s the ultimate in Monday morning quarterbacking."
August 21, 2018
Patrol
Controversial California UOF Legislation Hits Sudden, Unexpected Snag
The bill — which was authored by Assembly member Shirley Weber (D-San Diego) and Assembly member Kevin McCarty (D-Sacramento) — was referred by the Senate back to Senate Rules Committee on Thursday.
August 17, 2018
California State Legislature
Patrol
Report: Ohio Consent Decree is Likely to Last More than Five Years
A report issued on Wednesday — which monitor Matthew Barge and his 17-member team puts out twice a year — said "the City and Division of Police having made notable and significant progress in a number of critical areas, including, first and foremost, with respect to use of force" but that "significant work undoubtedly remains."
August 16, 2018
Patrol
California Department Institutes Tighter Restrictions on Foot Pursuits
The Sacramento (CA) Police Department is reportedly making changes to its foot pursuit policy in the aftermath of the fatal shooting of Stephon Clark after chasing him into the backyard of his grandmother's house.
August 14, 2018
Patrol
Denver Police Release 27-Page Use-of-Force Policy
The 27-page document outlines proper use of weapons, scenarios in which officers should use them and how incidents should be reported after the fact. It also specifies that officers involved in shootings are prohibited from immediately viewing video evidence.
August 8, 2018
Patrol
Detroit Officer Suspended for Allegedly Striking Combative Woman
According to Detroit Police Chief James Craig, officers had transported the woman — who was reportedly naked — to an area hospital, where she suddenly became very agitated, reportedly threatening hospital staff, spitting on various people, biting a security officer, and trying to bite a police officer.
August 2, 2018
Patrol
Nebraska Official to Police: Crime Database for Work Use Only
Nebraska Crime Commission Executive Director Darrell Fisher has cautioned law enforcement officers in his state to "never use a statewide crime database for anything but law enforcement purposes."
July 5, 2018
Training
PowerDMS Announces the 2018 State of Policy in Law Enforcement Survey
For the third consecutive year, the survey will collect data and opinions from law enforcement leaders throughout the country to produce a comprehensive report on the current state of policy and training in policing today. To participate in the survey, visit www.stateofpolicy.com.
June 28, 2018
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Washington Department Set to Update its Use-of-Force Policy
Chief Craig Meidl said that most of the department is already using the proposed principles and tactics — including using time, distance, cover and de-escalation — but said that some officers who “could benefit from those being codified in an official policy.”
June 28, 2018
The Spokane (WA) Police Department is planning to roll out a new use-of-force policy this fall. Image Courtesy of Spokane PD / Facebook.
Technology
Nuance Teams Up with CAD/RMS Provider Nexgen
This partnership is designed to meet public safety's needs by combining Nuance's powerful Dragon Law Enforcement speech recognition technology with Nexgen's robust set of software system offerings – with both partners bringing decades of experience in their sectors to bear.
June 27, 2018
Patrol
Texas City Settles “Pool Party Incident” Lawsuit
The City of McKinney (TX) announced that it has settled a lawsuit filed on behalf of Dajerria Becton, the bikini-clad teenager who was seen on a viral video being taken to the ground by McKinney Police Officer Eric Casebolt.
June 22, 2018
Image courtesy of McKinney Police Department / Facebook.
Patrol
California's Push to Change Police Use-of-Force Standard Moves Forward
A California Senate committee advanced the legislation that would allow police to use deadly force only in situations where it is necessary to prevent imminent and serious injury or death to the officer or another person.
June 20, 2018
Patrol
Black Lives Matter Planning Protest Outside Mesa PD
Black Lives Matter announced on Facebook that they will rally at Mesa police headquarters in response to two recent events that have come under criticism for excessive force.
June 8, 2018
Patrol
San Diego Officer Shoots Self Pursuing Suspect Near Marathon
An officer was accidentally shot pursuing an active shooter suspect in downtown San Diego during the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon. Police arrested a woman who had been armed with an airsoft gun.
June 4, 2018
Training
How To Deal With Being Passed Over For Promotion
Although when you don’t get the promotion it might seem like the end of the world, it isn’t. Here's how to handle this situation.
May 31, 2018
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