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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterJuly 21, 2011

Two Dynamic Takedowns

An officer must be able to handle a suspect who becomes resistive or combative during a pat-down search. Here are two moves you can use that will help you take him to the ground, so you keep yourself safe and in control of the situation. Read our full article, "Dynamic Takedown Techniques."

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 21, 2011

Video: Countering Edged-Weapon Attacks

Officers must polish their skills to defend against edged-weapon attacks. At POLICE-TREXPO East 2011, Al Giusto of Combined Combatives is teaching two sessions that directly address these threats.

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Articlesby James HarbisonJuly 21, 2011

Dynamic Takedown Techniques

When it comes to training, most of us don't get enough. So the training we do get must be practical, effective, and efficient. This article will provide you with two techniques you can use to keep yourself safe when dealing with suspects who become resistive or combative during a pat search.

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 18, 2011

Staffing Shortage Plagues Virginia State Police

The understaffed Virginia State Police is offering its troopers overtime shifts rather than giving them pay raises or hiring for the 227 authorized positions that remain unfilled.

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 15, 2011

Citizen Panel Questions Portland Chief's Handling of Whistleblower Case

The panel questioned the internal investigation of accusations brought by Lindsay Hunt. Apparently, the investigation was kept in the precinct, and the Internal Affairs division wasn't aware of Hunt's claims.

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 8, 2011

NYPD Hires 1,635 Recruits, Largest Class In 5 Years

The recruits form the largest Police Academy since 2006 and begin official training at the Police Academy in Manhattan on Monday. It's a diverse group. Of the new class, 16 percent were born overseas in 55 different countries

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ProductsJune 30, 2011

Ultra Handcuff

The Ultra Handcuff utilizes technology exclusive to ASP, reducing the "weight on the belt" with a specially designed aluminum frame. The Ultra features an interchangeable lock set, available in one-, two-, and three-pawl designs.

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Newsby Staff WriterJune 24, 2011

Cleveland Recruits Sworn In, Laid Off

The Cleveland Division of Police's newest 42 cadets were able to complete their training after the police union and city agreed to a settlement when the city announced deep cuts in May.

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Newsby Staff WriterJune 24, 2011

Detroit PD Welcomes 23 New Recruits

The 23 recruits participating in the Basic Recruit Graduation Ceremony completed six months of training. Six of the recruits have relatives who now work for the department.

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Newsby Staff WriterJune 22, 2011

Maine Increases Training Requirements for Reserves

Reserve officers will have to complete a 40-hour online course, meet a physical fitness requirement, then take 80 hours of practical instruction, before serving under a field training officer for another 80 hours.

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