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Patrol•by David Griffith•October 11, 2016

The End Game

Many people watching the Black Lives Matter movement have long seen its goal as quite literally changing the way law enforcement officers do their jobs, forcing you to pull back and avoid confrontations with black suspects. And while the final moves of that strategy have yet to occur, the pieces are moving into place.

Patrol•by Amaury Murgado•October 10, 2016

Finding Witnesses & Asking the Right Questions

The success or failure of your investigation will depend on how you deal with witness information.

Weapons•by A.J. George•October 10, 2016

SIG Sauer MCX Carbine

When SIG offered to send me an MCX rifle configured for police duty use I couldn't wait. MCX rifles feature a slim-profile, chrome-lined, cold-hammer-forged barrel topped off with SIG's own muzzle device.

Patrol•by Mike Grimes•October 10, 2016

If It Pleases the Court

No amount of initial classroom instruction can adequately prepare an officer for court. But I want to share some tips and debunk some myths about this important, though painstaking, facet of a law enforcement career.

Technology•by David Griffith•October 10, 2016

The Cloud: Beyond Data Storage

Many law enforcement agencies have turned to the cloud as a solution for their data needs and for delivering mission critical information to officers in the field.

Training•by Michael Schlosser•October 10, 2016

Don't Forget about Your Baton

Most officers have never used their batons as a striking tool, and most officers have either rarely or never used their baton as a leverage tool or control device.

Patrol•by Laura Scarry•October 10, 2016

Think Before You Hit Send

What about those text messages and emails that are sent on officers' personal devices? Are they safe from scrutinizing eyes?

Training•by David Griffith•October 7, 2016

IADLEST NCP: Helping Officers Find Better Training

IADLEST's National Certification Program (NCP) evaluates both online and in-person training programs for law enforcement officers. IADLEST has both created a methodology and a process for evaluating training before granting its seal of approval.

Patrol•by Dave Smith•October 6, 2016

Are You a Cynic?

While the Cynics say "People are stupid" and walk away, the Stoics say, "Some people are stupid and I can't change that; I can only control myself and choose to help them anyway."

Training•by Amaury Murgado•October 6, 2016

Don't Be an Idea Person

It's been said that ideas are a dime a dozen but the people who implement them are priceless. As a supervisor, you get to decide whether you're worth more than a dime.

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