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William Harvey

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William "Bill" Harvey is the Chief of the Ephrata (Pa.) Police Department. Prior to this he was the Chief of the Lebanon City (Pa.) Police Department for more than six years. Harvey retired from the Savannah (Ga.) Police Department where he worked assignments in training, patrol, and CID. He served as a sergeant in the U.S. Army Military Police Corps and has a BA in criminology from St. Leo University and is a graduate of the Southern Police Institute of the University of Louisville (103rd AOC). Harvey has more than 25 years of experience working with recruits, rookies, and FTOs. He serves on the advisory boards of POLICE Magazine, POLICE RECRUIT Magazine, TREXPO, and the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA).

Articlesby William HarveyJanuary 16, 2019

Talking to the Community About Active Shooters

It may take some effort to convince people that attacks can happen in your town, but educating them in how to respond can be very beneficial to them and you.

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Articlesby William HarveySeptember 4, 2018

The Old Guy League

This old guy league is a collection of distinguished and often colorful characters; take time to get to know a few. It is very important for the older generations to pass on the institutional knowledge and share the hard lessons learned for this profession to progress.

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Articlesby William HarveyOctober 17, 2017

Taking the Leap into Chiefdom

There is much to consider before you decide to apply for a job as chief of police.

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Articlesby William HarveySeptember 5, 2017

How to Succeed as a First-time Supervisor

Prepare for a leadership role by acquiring the skills and training you'll need.

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Articlesby William HarveyMay 5, 2017

Police Product Test: First Tactical Ascend Messenger Bag

I prefer carrying a satchel or briefcase myself, but until First Tactical's Ascend Messenger Bag there had never been one that could carry all of my "stuff."

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Articlesby William HarveyOctober 11, 2016

40 Years of Training

Since 1976 law enforcement training has seen many changes as well as challenges, and it's interesting to chart that four-decade-long evolution.

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Articlesby William HarveyAugust 31, 2015

Don't Reach for the Keys

Reaching into a vehicle and taking the keys to prevent a suspect from driving off is a tactical error that has sent many an officer for medical treatment.

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Inside the Badge by William HarveyFebruary 14, 2014

Prepare for Winter

As you settle into this snowy, stormy season your thoughts should also migrate toward winter patrol tactics.Take a few minutes to prepare and think what you need to do to be tactically safe and comfortable.

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Inside the Badge by William HarveyJanuary 7, 2014

A Few Shots Can't Hurt You

I do not accept the excuse that you are afraid of needles. Get over it and go get protection from some bad bugs.

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Inside the Badge by William HarveyDecember 23, 2013

Fill Your Own Stocking

Maybe you need a last minute tax deduction on professional and safety equipment before the end of the year. I know that at this time of year I require some of what I call needful things for myself. Here are some shopping suggestions.

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