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Articlesby Dean ScovilleNovember 1, 2007

What Skills Do I Really Need to Win a Violent Confrontation?

What does it take to really survive a violent confrontation? For all the tactical training and mental preparations, just how much does luck enter into the equation? And what can you do to shift the odds in your favor? These are weighty questions for even the most experienced of cops.

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Articlesby John A. MakholmNovember 1, 2007

Will I Get Sued?

Years ago when I was attending my police academy recruit training, one of the many questions my fellow recruits and I pondered was: Will I get sued? In my case, the answer turned out to be, "Yes." And several times at that!

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Articlesby James B. AreyNovember 1, 2007

How Do I Cope With Stress?

Ours is the best job in the world. However, no place in these oaths does it say anything about how we take care of ourselves while we protect and serve. The new recruit is not always prepared for a culture that does not easily lend itself to teaching how to protect oneself from the damaging effects of stress.

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Articlesby Stew SmithNovember 1, 2007

How Do I Stay Fit On the Job?

Working long hours or driving a patrol car all day makes it difficult to stay in shape. After several months of reduced physical activity, compared to the Police Academy, even the younger police officers can find five, 10, or even 15 additional pounds around their mid-sections.

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Newsby Staff WriterOctober 28, 2007

Beyond Clothing Chosen as Sole Supplier for Special Operations PCU Cold Weather System

Beyond Clothing has been chosen to be the official manufacturer and supplier of U.S. Special Operations Command Custom PCU Cold Weather Layering system.

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Newsby Staff WriterOctober 26, 2007

Elbeco Announces September Finalists of "Every Elbeco Uniform Tells a Story" Contest

Elbeco, a manufacturer of uniforms for police and other public safety agencies, has chosen the five September finalists for its "Every Elbeco Uniform Tells a Story" Contest that honors those in uniform who made a significant impact on the job.

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Newsby Staff WriterOctober 19, 2007

Dallas SWAT Doctors Save Life of Officer Shot During Raid

Lt. Carlton Marshall of Dallas SWAT is expected to survive after being shot in the neck during an early morning raid. Two fast-acting doctors on his team are being credited with saving his life.

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Newsby Staff WriterOctober 18, 2007

S.C. Officer Saves Woman from Speeding Train

A veteran Greer, S.C., patrol officer's quick reaction saved a confused motorist from certain death earlier this week.

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Newsby Staff WriterOctober 16, 2007

Detroit PD Officer Named 2007 Police Officer of the Year

Officer Roy Gilbert of the Detroit Police Department has been named the 2007 Police Officer of the Year by PARADE magazine and the International Association of Chiefs of Police. Officer Gilbert is honored for his heroic actions by risking his life to save his partner.

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Newsby Staff WriterOctober 10, 2007

Nationwide Independent Taser Study Results Suggest Devices are Safe

A nationwide study examining the safety of TASERs used by law enforcement agencies suggests the devices are safe, causing a low occurrence of serious injuries.

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