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Inside the Badge is a collection of blogs offering unique insights and perspectives from the Law Enforcement Community

Inside the Badge by Robert O'BrienFebruary 18, 2009

SWAT Raids and Searches Part Four: Containment and Cover

Remember Murphy's Law. Unexpected obstacles, dogs, darkness, etc., can throw off even the best-laid plans. Effective perimeters don't happen by accident. They require tactics, planning, and precision coordination.

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Inside the Badge by Robert O'BrienFebruary 18, 2009

SWAT Raids and Searches Part Three: Staging and Target Approaches

Knowing the route is critical. Some years ago I participated in a major raid where the lead vehicle had trouble finding the target because they’d never seen it, and darkness obscured the address.

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Inside the Badge by Dean ScovilleFebruary 13, 2009

Choose Your Mentors Wisely

Walt had always enjoyed the reputation of being a man’s man, an individual of independent thought who was never shy to offer his opinion. It was one of the things that I respected about him.

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Inside the Badge by William HarveyFebruary 6, 2009

Understanding Hiring Cycles

I fielded a call the other day from a young lad who was preparing to end his tour of service with the military. He wanted to enter law enforcement nearly instantaneously. Hold on; it is not that simple.

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Inside the Badge by Dean ScovilleFebruary 6, 2009

Don't Try to Be Supercop

Maybe you like to see yourself as a one-man crime task force. The truth is you're probably not an expert in kicking down doors, lifting prints, AND running media interference. Leave such stuff for the pros.

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Inside the Badge by William HarveyFebruary 6, 2009

Background Investigations and Secrets

If you have lived a tawdry past, then you should know that some astute investigator will find out during your background investigation. If you think that you have any disqualifiers in your past, do yourself a favor and do some research.

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