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Inside the Badge by Doug WyllieApril 17, 2020

11 Inspirational Quotes to Boost Police Morale in Trying Times

Elevate police morale! Discover 11 powerful quotes to inspire and motivate your team through challenging times. Read now for an instant boost!

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Inside the Badge by Doug WyllieApril 10, 2020

Coronavirus: Amid COVID-19 Outbreak, Police Press Forward

This is going to get worse—far, far worse—before it's going to get better, but contrary to what many in the mainstream media would have you believe, the world is not ending. We are going to get through this—the question is, "When?"

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Inside the Badge by Doug WyllieApril 3, 2020

Police Humor: Finding the Funny in Challenging Times

In this column for the past few weeks I've tried to pass along useful information about being safe during the global pandemic of COVID-19. This week I just want to provide some levity to aid in your sanity.

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Inside the Badge by David GriffithMarch 31, 2020

Exclusive POLICE Survey: Officers Speak Out About Coronavirus

One respondent wrote: "All personal protective equipment is in limited to no supply. We are taking public donations to keep our officers in gloves and sanitizer. We are purchasing PPE from Ebay to meet our immediate needs."

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Inside the Badge by Doug WyllieMarch 27, 2020

Coronavirus: What Police Need to Know About COVID-19

Hundreds of police officers have been exposed to the disease, with nearly 200 reported cases in Washington state alone. Here are some thoughts on how police officers can keep safe amid this current pandemic crisis.

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Inside the Badge by Jon AdlerMarch 23, 2020

Protect Yourself by Documenting Your Coronavirus Exposures

How will officers who are symptomatic of the coronavirus now be able to substantiate its impact on their health in the future?

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Inside the Badge by Doug WyllieMarch 20, 2020

Coronavirus: Officer Health, Staffing Shortages, and Enforcing the Shut-Downs

An increasing number of officers—at least two dozen in Washington, another two dozen in California, and several more in other states—have been ordered into quarantine.

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Inside the Badge by Roselynne ReyesMarch 19, 2020

Agencies Cleaning Police Vehicles to Kill Coronavirus

The Kent County Sheriff’s Office in Michigan has set up a sanitation station for cruisers to be completely sanitized after they transport people to jail.

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Inside the Badge by Doug WyllieMarch 13, 2020

Pulling the Pin: Planning for Your Retirement from Law Enforcement

Here are a few thoughts I've collected over the years of knowing a great many retired officers who are incredibly happy and successful after they've shelved the uniform, returned to civilian ranks, and done amazing things as "regular people" after leaving active-duty.

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Inside the Badge by Doug WyllieMarch 6, 2020

Coronavirus, Infectious Disease, and Officer Safety

The Coronavirus is presently not a substantial threat to American law enforcement but its emergence into the national narrative provides an opportunity to remember that other threats pose a significant danger, and to recall that some simple steps can prevent succumbing to infectious disease.

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Inside the Badge by Doug WyllieFebruary 28, 2020

The Lighthouse: Cops Are a Beacon for American Kids

Cops have a truly unique opportunity to be the lighthouse that guides little ships—our children—giving them immediate safety, guiding them to future security, and finding them safe harbor.

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Inside the Badge by Doug WyllieFebruary 21, 2020

Reforming Bail Reform: Thoughts on Finding a Middle Ground

Bail reform in its current form is not a sustainable solution, just as the previous system was bound to collapse under its own weight.

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