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Patrolby Dave SmithApril 11, 2014

The Human Element

The one element that has remained unchanged in our ever-growing technological environment, as the commercial says, is the human element. The key is to somehow keep the mind focused on what's important and use all these technological advances to your advantage.

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Vehicle Opsby Amaury MurgadoApril 8, 2014

Reducing Motorcycle Traffic Fatalities

It only makes sense that local law enforcement should help find ways to help motorcycle enthusiasts, even veteran riders, ride more safely. The only viable option most law enforcement agencies can help with outside of traffic enforcement is rider education.

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Patrolby Mark ClarkApril 7, 2014

Police Product Test: RollBar Tactical™ Interchangeable-lens Sunglass from ESS

The RollBar Tactical™ kit opens a new era in interchangeable lens frame technology, offering high quality oiptics for any conditions.

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Special Unitsby Rick RizzoApril 3, 2014

Taking Down Tsarnaev

Last April 19, Revere, Mass., Police Chief Joseph Cafarelli was leading the North Metro SWAT team as it participated in a massive manhunt. Units from federal, state, and local agencies—including North Metro SWAT—were literally going street to street and even building to building searching for the surviving Boston Marathon bomber.

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Patrolby Devallis RutledgeApril 1, 2014

Consent Entry After Refusal

The question of who can give valid consent to enter and search private premises has been the subject of numerous Supreme Court opinions.

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Patrolby A.J. GeorgeApril 1, 2014

Police Product Test: Tactical Impulse LE-1 Flashlight Kit

So what's so special? It's not so much the light itself, but the LE-1's system of accessories Tactical Impulse has designed to go with it that make this a true light "multi-tool."

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Patrolby Mark ClarkApril 1, 2014

Lowering the Shields

Whether you work for a large department or a small department, if you're responsible for keeping the peace, then you should be training in the latest mobile field force tactics.

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Patrolby Melanie BasichMarch 31, 2014

The New Guard

Capt. Rhonda Lawson, president of the National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives (NAWLEE), became the first female field captain in the Texas Highway Patrol's history. In her experience, many officers resent competition with minorities for desired positions.

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Trainingby Melanie BasichMarch 31, 2014

Building Leaders

Even if people receive some training, there is more to becoming a leader than taking a class. Training in all its aspects needs to change with the times. But it's a pervasive cultural issue. And it takes time to change a culture.

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Special Unitsby A.J. GeorgeMarch 28, 2014

Police Product Test: Team Wendy Bump Helmet

A good helmet is an essential piece of kit for any tactical operator. The helmets of today are lighter, stronger, provide better protection, are customizable, and are comfortable. Team Wendy's Exfil LTP Tactical Bump Helmet fits all of these criteria.

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