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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 William HarveyNovember 21, 2007

Calling All Young Warriors

In today's post-9/11 world, we are fighting a different source of evil. I need young warriors. Can I get a volunteer?

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Inside the Badge by Dean ScovilleNovember 21, 2007

Case Rejection Protection

The D.A.’s office will give you an explanation for your case’s shortcomings, thereby providing you a means of staying out of the judicial slush pile.

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Inside the Badge by Steve AshleyNovember 19, 2007

Train in the Rain

Weather and other environmental conditions are severe distractions when you're trying to perform your job safely. If you haven't practiced and trained in less than ideal conditions, those environmental factors can prove deadly.

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Inside the Badge by Richard ValdemarNovember 15, 2007

California Gang Migration

Rivals within the California prison system, Norteños and Sureños sometimes unite outside of California as "Califas" when they become active in other states.

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Inside the Badge by Dean ScovilleNovember 15, 2007

Want to Really Help an Officer in Trouble? Then Keep Your Cool and Maintain Your Professionalism

In the aftermath of a deputy-involved shooting, deputies ran around like chickens with their heads cut off, not communicating anything about the suspect’s description and failing to establish a command post or containment. Meanwhile, precious minutes ticked off, giving the suspect more time to put distance between himself and his would-be pursuers.

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Inside the Badge by William HarveyNovember 14, 2007

Don't Lose Your Discipline

While attending the academy, most officers follow a plan to fit their academics and physical training into their schedules. Your skills now are still green but sharp. Don't quit!

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