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Patrol•by Devallis Rutledge•July 10, 2012

Innocent Behavior Can Be Suspicious

If you articulate circumstances that are suspicious, based on your training and experience, you should not be second-guessed by judges on the ground that the conduct you considered was just a combination of innocent acts.

Vehicle Ops•by David Griffith•July 10, 2012

Military Surplus Gear: Abuse It and Lose It

Last month the Defense Department cut off a very valuable resource for many of the nation's 17,000 law enforcement agencies. The Pentagon's 1033 program provides cash-strapped police and sheriff's departments with free military surplus.

Technology•by David Griffith•July 1, 2012

RedXDefense's XCAT Chemical Detector

RedXDefense's new XCAT is a narcotics, explosives, and gunshot residue detection system that was developed as the law enforcement version of the company's portable military explosive detector.

Patrol•by Scott Smith•June 21, 2012

Police Product Test: 5.11 Tactical ATAC Lights

5.11 Tactical's ATAC line of lights includes the PLx pen light, powered by two AAA cell batteries, and the L2, powered by two CR123A batteries. Both offer a quality fit and finish.

Special Units•by Chris Trapp•June 21, 2012

Police Product Test: Tactical Electronics LPSS3 Pole Camera

The LPSS3 really set itself apart from the other pole cams I have tested. Its ability to remain small until deployed at the desired length and its lightweight composite material translate into less burden on the operator.

Patrol•by Melanie Basich•June 21, 2012

N.J. Officers Save Mother, Son from Burning Van and Live Wires

An elderly woman and her son owe their lives to a detective and two officers from the Ewing (N.J.) Police Department who risked electrocution to extract the two from their crashed van.

Weapons•by David Griffith•June 21, 2012

10 Things You Need to Know About Folding Knives

A good quality folding knife can be an excellent backup weapon when nothing else is available. This is especially true when some dirtbag has grabbed your gun and you're having to use your strong hand to keep it in your holster and you need a piece of steel in your weak hand to discourage him.

Patrol•by Jon Adler•June 20, 2012

The Congressional Badge of Bravery

Each year, thousands of law enforcement officers sustain injury during violent confrontations with dangerous criminals. It is important that Congress recognize the heroic performance and sacrifice of the brave men and women in law enforcement.

Patrol•by Dean Scoville•June 20, 2012

Blue-On-Blue Shootings

Recognizing the potential for a blue-on-blue incident—and doing something about it—can go a long way toward preventing such tragedies. That initiative can take many forms, from anticipatory training to recognizing the implications of an errant operation.

Patrol•by Edward Santos•June 20, 2012

Making Nighttime Traffic Stops

Traffic stops are second nature to most patrol officers but even the most routine activities become more complex when executed in diminished light. Let's review nighttime traffic stop safety procedures that you should know and then we'll look at some additional considerations that can help increase your safety during a nighttime traffic stop.

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