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Patrol•by Gene Saunders•April 28, 2015

Safeguarding the Most Vulnerable

At-risk individuals enrolled in Project Lifesaver wear a small personal transmitter around the wrist or ankle that emits an individualized tracking signal. Responders tune into the individualized frequency of the client's transmitter, listening for a signal that can help them locate the client.

Technology•by Melanie Basich•April 28, 2015

RoboCop: Wearable Tech

Developments such as interest in the Apple Watch and a federal push to create wearable tech specifically for first responders seem poised to make such devices mainstream for law enforcement officers.

Patrol•by A.J. George•April 28, 2015

Police Product Test: Oakley SI Light Assault Boots

Available in black, desert tan, and coyote, Oakley's new Light Assault Boots are a great option for anyone looking for an incredibly light and comfortable tactical duty boot.

Patrol•by A.J. George•April 28, 2015

Police Product Test: Casio G-Shock Military Black Watches

As with any G-Shock, durability is the name of the game. The Military Black line features excellent shock- and magnetic resistance, as well as being water tight up to 200 meters. Additionally, you get a chronograph, countdown timer, calendar, world time, and alarm; all nicely lit by a red LED. Basically everything you need and nothing you don't.

Patrol•by Amaury Murgado•April 28, 2015

Warrant Arrest Runner

You're asked to help arrest a known felon with an active warrant for burglary. Since the suspect is a known runner you have to consider how to limit his mobility, among other things, as you begin your planning.

Patrol•by Devallis Rutledge•April 28, 2015

Search Warrant Basics

There are good reasons why officers need to become more comfortable with writing search warrant applications, and to delay non-emergency searches until warrants can be obtained.

Technology•by Ryan Mason•April 28, 2015

More Than a Body Cam

Departments choosing a body camera must determine what system best fits their needs and their budgets. One of the contenders in the police body camera market is Utility.

Training•by Amaury Murgado•April 23, 2015

Ignorance or Noncompliance

The one recurring issue we have as supervisors is dealing with problem employees. It's never easy but you can simplify it by remembering that most issues stem from either ignorance or noncompliance.

Weapons•by A.J. George•April 17, 2015

Daniel Defense MK12 Rifle

The Daniel Defense MK12 Rifle ran like a champ, the trigger was simply amazing, and the optic was, in my opinion, perfectly paired for the MK12's intended purpose.

Patrol•by David Griffith•April 17, 2015

Where's the Apology?

So…Where is the apology from all the people who smeared Wilson? I mean when you spend seven months accusing a peace officer of being a racist, murdering cop who shot an 18-year-old "boy" in cold blood while that "child" tried to surrender and then you find out he was actually an honorable officer of the law defending his person against a vicious attack by a huge, powerful, and enraged man, well maybe you owe that officer a "Hey, bro, my bad."

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