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Patrolby Hilary RomigApril 10, 2017

Shelter Dogs: From the Dog Pound to K-9 Duty

Recently, a number of law enforcement agencies have decided to expand their K-9 ranks to include some unusual breeds and mixed breed dogs from shelters and dog rescues. There are now organizations that are funding the training of shelter dogs for police work or training and placing dogs with agencies.

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Patrolby Amaury MurgadoApril 7, 2017

How To Conduct Patrol-Level Interviews

Though the mission of a patrol officer is different than that of an investigator, you will find that when it comes to teaching interviews and interrogations, the material is often geared toward an investigator. Here are tips for patrol-level interviews.

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Special Unitsby David GriffithApril 7, 2017

The Liability Plague

With the money they lose to lawsuits law enforcement agencies could hire more officers, field better equipment, and offer more comprehensive training.

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Patrolby Dave SmithApril 7, 2017

What Dreams May Come

Worrying enhances the anxiety associated with our dreams, and most experts say dreams are the "subconscious mind" resolving anxieties. No cop ever said they didn't think about confronting life and death situations; anxiety is a healthy result of those thoughts.

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Patrolby David "Lou" FerlandApril 7, 2017

Avoid Stepping in It With K-9s

We plan, we train, we try to anticipate as many probabilities as we can think of, except we often forget the dog's involvement in a police call. Here are some tips for what to do so you won't find yourself in the way when working with a K-9 on scene.

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Patrolby Melanie BasichApril 7, 2017

Motors on a Mission

The motor unit within the Special Events branch of the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Police Department doesn't often spend its time handing out traffic citations. The officers are too busy with other duties specific to the nation's capital.

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Patrolby A.J. GeorgeMarch 14, 2017

Police Product Test: Tru-Spec Urban Force TRU Apparel

The whole idea behind Tru-Spec's Urban Force TRU (Tactical Response Uniform) line is to retain all of the militaristic features that make the clothing fully functional for law enforcement use, yet make the appearance more clean and professional and less G.I. Joe.

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Patrolby A.J. GeorgeMarch 13, 2017

Police Product Test: The Rudy Project Tralyx Shooting Glasses Kit

The Tralyx kit (you can buy just the glasses) comes with three lenses, frames, a cleaning and storage bag, and a rigid zippered clamshell to protect everything.

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Trainingby Melanie BasichMarch 13, 2017

Train Like You Mean It

Not every law enforcement agency has the resources to build a brand-new facility from the ground up. But there are many ways to upgrade department facilities and improve officers' training experiences to help them succeed.

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Weaponsby Nancy KirkMarch 13, 2017

Storage Compartments

From weapon lockers to handgun cases, these solutions have officers' firearms and other equipment covered.

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