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Weapons•by Scott Smith•August 7, 2009

Police Product Test: Streamlight TLR-3 Weapons Light

Overall I found the TLR-3 to be a fine light. With its interchangeable locking plates it is one of the most versatile weapon-mounted lights on the market.

Patrol•by David Griffith•July 31, 2009

Terrorism with a Small "t"

Terrorists walk among us. They don't all have long beards and turbans and live in caves in Afghanistan.

Technology•by David Griffith•July 31, 2009

For more than 15 years now, the company has been making rugged notebook systems designed for use on patrol by law enforcement officers. Getac's latest law enforcement model is the upgraded V100 rugged convertible notebook.

Patrol•by Joseph Petrocelli•July 31, 2009

Reducing Response to Non-Emergency 911 Calls

The ongoing recession has forced police departments to look for areas where they can save money. One source of savings may be found in your agency's response to 911 calls.

Weapons•by Paul Scarlata•July 31, 2009

Sturm, Ruger & Co. Light Compact Revolver

At this year's SHOT Show, Ruger wowed the attendees when it unveiled one of the most radically new handguns that has been seen in decades, the Light Compact Revolver (LCR).

Patrol•by Lori Connelly•July 23, 2009

Women's Wear

Gone are the days when a woman police officer was acting as a social worker with a badge, and they now fill as many roles as male police officers do. Many companies are adjusting what they manufacture and sell to specifically meet the needs of women police officers. This is after years of providing only unisex products and using a one size fits most business model.

Technology•by David Griffith and Dean Scoville•July 23, 2009

Digital Eyes

By far the greatest technological innovation in the short history of in-car video has been the advent of digital recording systems. Whether they capture video on DVD discs, hard drive, or flash memory card, digital systems offer much greater resolution and easier and less expensive evidence storage than earlier analog VHS machines.

Patrol•by David Griffith•July 23, 2009

30 Things You Need to Know About Body Armor

Once a curious novelty, today body armor is one of those things that a lot of officers take for granted. It's something that few officers give a second thought. But there's a lot that the average officer should know about his or her concealed "life preserver."

Patrol•by Scott Smith•July 22, 2009

If the Glove Fits

Gloves have become part of a cop's daily uniform as much as a badge or belt. The reason for this is simple: A pair of gloves protects your hands from the elements, abrasions, cuts, and punctures from needles or other sharp objects.

Patrol•by Scott Smith•July 22, 2009

Effective Eyewear

The first thing I consider when looking at glasses is whether they will effectively protect my eyes. Don't buy eyewear where you buy your morning coffee. It is not going to protect you.

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