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Patrolby Al AbidinDecember 29, 2009

Improvised Backup Weapons

When you're involved in a life-and-death battle where someone is grabbing your gun, anything in your hand can be used as an equalizer to help you gain control of your gun and gain control of the suspect by striking him in the face or head.

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Patrolby David GriffithDecember 29, 2009

Holiday Gift Guide

It's pretty hard to find the right gift for anyone this time of year. Buying gifts for cops is especially difficult. That's why the editors at POLICE have assembled this quick look at a dozen great gifts that any cop would love.

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Vehicle Opsby David GriffithDecember 29, 2009

Bright Ideas in Lightbars

Today, law enforcement lightbars are becoming even more high-tech with the adoption of light emitting diodes (LEDs) and computer controls. Many lightbars also now feature modular design that allows an agency to replace and repair modules rather than the entire system.

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Patrolby Scott SmithDecember 29, 2009

CamelBak TriZip Pack

Scott Smith reviews gear from CamelBak, Insight Tech-Gear, Woolrich, and the Mako Group.

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Patrolby Joseph PetrocelliDecember 22, 2009

Information and Tips

In addition to good citizens reporting suspicious behavior, police may receive tips from fellow officers, criminal informants, or anonymous sources. The more reliable the source of information, the less independent police investigation is necessary to verify the veracity of the tip.

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IACP 2009: Best of Show

Here's a quick look at some of the latest and greatest products that caught the eyes of our staff as they walked the aisles of the show.

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Weaponsby Mike DettyDecember 22, 2009

FNH USA SCAR 16S Patrol Rifle

FN's SCAR is one of the first true 21st century rifles. It features amazing ergonomics and offers exceptional accuracy.

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Vehicle Opsby David GriffithDecember 22, 2009

Cruising for a Bruising

Even though it was toward the back of the exhibit hall, it was hard to miss Oshkosh Defense's new Tactical Protector Vehicle (TPV) at this year's International Association of Chiefs of Police show. It's an imposing vehicle.

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Patrolby Devallis RutledgeDecember 14, 2009

Premature Miranda Warnings

Give Miranda warnings just before commencement of apparent custodial police interrogation-not sooner. Leave Hollywood tactics to the actors.

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Weaponsby David GriffithDecember 14, 2009

Unarmed Victim Zones

Like civilians trapped in a store, bank, or restaurant when a gunman barges in and starts shooting, the Fort Hood soldiers were left with their bare hands as their only weapons.

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