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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 Jack ChavdarianSeptember 25, 2013

Pittsburgh River Rescue Unit

The River Rescue Unit (RRU) responds to suicide attempts on the river, searches for and rescues lost and endangered swimmers, and makes sure boaters aren't breaking the law.

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Inside the Badge by Lou SalsedaSeptember 24, 2013

Double-Action Semi-Auto Pistols Fall Out of Favor

At the present time, only a few agencies still issue Beretta or S&W double-action pistols. In view of the currently available semi-auto models from Glock, S&W, and Springfield, use of double-action pistols has become much more limited.

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Inside the Badge by Paul ClintonSeptember 23, 2013

Using a Ford E-Series Van for Prisoner Transport

Rather than investing in a heavy duty bus, the Toledo (Ohio) Police Department has converted more economical Ford E-Series vans to round up disorderly college drunks and other scofflaws at chaotic scenes.

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Inside the Badge by Amaury MurgadoSeptember 20, 2013

Contacting the Hearing Impaired

As a patrol officer, you must provide the same level of service to deaf subjects that you would to others. Stay on track with our five-step guide.

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Inside the Badge by Richard ValdemarSeptember 20, 2013

Getting Away With Murder

The release in Mexico of one of the men responsible for the murder of DEA Special Agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena has renewed tension between the U.S. and Mexico over the case.

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Inside the Badge by Brian CainSeptember 18, 2013

How Boomers and Gen Y Can Bridge the Tech Gap

Technology is catching up with the demands of the profession, and the Gen Yers are very adept at using that technology. With baby boomers at the helm of most law enforcement agencies, the technology isn't being used to its full potential.

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