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Managing Editor
Managing Editor Melanie Basich joined POLICE Magazine in 2000 (when her last name was still Hamilton). An award-winning journalist, she has covered such topics as agency budgets, officer suicide, emerging law enforcement technologies, and active shooter tactics. She writes and manages the product section of POLICE.
POLICE has covered handling and defending against edged weapons and using laser sights on revolvers and semi-autos.
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In past August issues, POLICE has covered how to investigate children’s burn injuries, efforts to hire female officers, and one woman’s experience as a motor officer.
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Officers utilize packs on duty to carry everything from the bare essentials and specialty gear to unusual items such as cake icing.
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With the right shades you can protect your eyes and look stylish on duty.
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Attorney General William P. Barr delivered opening remarks Monday at the Grand Lodge Fraternal Order of Police's 64th National Biennial Conference. He took the opportunity to voice his and the Trump Administration's support for law enforcement, and plans for how to support their mission.
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These solutions can help you access, manage, and share data essential to investigations.
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In past June issues, POLICE covered rudimentary age progressed photo technology, the infamous Columbine High School shooting, and the introduction of body cameras for officers. Here is a look back at the pages of POLICE Magazine 10, 20, and 30 years ago.
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Officers expect their uniforms to keep advancing to provide the fit, function, and look they need to focus on the job.
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When the weather heats up, these shirts will help keep you cool and dry on duty.
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