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Vehicle Opsby Melanie BasichMay 18, 2015

Clear Coverage

The Brooklyn ambush of NYPD Officers Rafael Ramos and Wenjian Liu in their cruiser last year inspired development of Hardwire LLC's Transparent Armor Window Insert.

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Patrolby Devallis RutledgeMay 4, 2015

Admonitions and Waivers

Most of your communications with criminal suspects are "unscripted" dialogue. But in certain situations it can be very important that you say the right words, at the right time, to avoid creating problems for yourself, your agency, and your prosecutor.

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Vehicle Opsby Ryan MasonMay 4, 2015

Choosing the Right Lightbar

Selecting the right LED lighting solution for your agency's vehicles can be a daunting task for the uninitiated. There are multiple factors to consider, including lumen output levels, the lightbar's shape, and interoperability with existing equipment.

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Patrolby Amaury MurgadoMay 1, 2015

How to Handle Stress On Duty

Stress is a part of the job. But there are actions you can take to mitigate its effects that don't include the usual advice from doctors and fitness magazines.

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Reacting to Gun Grabs

In addition to the built-in retention of your holster, there are some techniques and tactics that you need to know in order to keep your duty weapon in place during a physical altercation.

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Patrolby Jon AdlerApril 29, 2015

The Secret Service: The Media's Punching Bag

Special agents are real people exposed to real risks; they suffer real pain and bleed real blood.

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Trainingby David GriffithApril 29, 2015

25 Ways to Make Police Training More Effective

Because police training is in the news we thought it was a good time to ask veteran officers and trainers how they would improve law enforcement training and make it more effective. The following is collected from the comments of more than a dozen sources.

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Patrolby Gene SaundersApril 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.

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Technologyby Melanie BasichApril 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.

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Patrolby A.J. GeorgeApril 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.

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