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Newsby Staff WriterMarch 2, 2006

Singer Mark Wills to Perform Benefit Concert for Families of Fallen Officers

The TASER Foundation for Fallen Officers and the Untouchables Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club announced that country music star Mark Wills will perform a benefit concert on Saturday, March 25, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at TASER International headquarters in Scottsdale, Ariz. The concert is part of Takin' the Ride Motorcycle Rally Event March 24-26.

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Articlesby Dave SmithMarch 1, 2006

Distracted Driving

The other day a friend of mine had a rear-ender on duty that was caused by his responding to his MDT (Mobile Distracting Terminal) or MDC (Moving Destruction Computer) or whatever they are called.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 23, 2006

Research Shows Tougher Seat Belt Laws Increase Belt Use

New York enacted the first statewide mandatory seat belt law in 1984. Now 49 states have some form of law requiring drivers and passengers to buckle up, and shows that they are having the desired effect. More and more motorists are wearing their belts.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 23, 2006

New NTOA Grants Now Available

The National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) has made available several new grants starting February 2006 and ending June 2006. To be eligible for any NTOA grant, you must hold a valid NTOA team membership and fill out the applications completely and correctly.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 8, 2006

National Law Enforcement Museum Receives $100,000 Pledge From San Bernardino County Safety Employees' Benefit Association

Reinforcing law enforcement's commitment to build the National Law Enforcement Museum, the San Bernardino County Safety Employees' Benefit Association (SEBA) recently pledged $100,000 in support of the national project. With the $100,000 commitment, SEBA becomes the second member of the Groundbreaking Society, an elite group of donors who will invest $100,000 or more between now and ground breaking in A Matter of Honor: The Campaign to Build the National Law Enforcement Museum.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 8, 2006

Sheriff’s Office Returns Property After 29 Years

After being evicted in 1977, Mr. John Bayles then of Mission, Kansas and now of Toronto, Kansas had left behind property he didn’t know he had left. Once the moving company and emptied the apartment deputies searched the apartment for any remaining items and found $23.87 in U.S. currency, a silver dollar over 100 years old, several foreign coins, and commemorative coins. This money was logged and placed into the Johnson County (Kansas) Sheriff’s property room but never claimed. Until now.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 8, 2006

5.11 Tactical Gear Now Available Under Homeland Security Grant Program

5.11 Tactical gear has been added to the Homeland Security Department’s Authorized Equipment List (AEL). The DHS has allocated more than $3 billion for U.S. grants to be used for domestic preparedness. Law enforcement and public safety departments can now apply for grant monies to pay for preparedness outfitting in specified 5.11 products.

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ProductsFebruary 1, 2006

National Products RAM E Size Ball Mounts

New RAM “E” size ball mounts utilize National Products’ patented rubber ball and socket design and a 3 3/8-inch-diameter ball to mount laptops in cars while protecting them from shock and vibration. Each mount supports a large electronic device up to 25 pounds. A variety of popular bases are available for use with this design, as well as two lengths of double-socket arms.

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ProductsFebruary 1, 2006

Muth Mirror Systems Wide Angle Signal Mirrors

Muth’s Wide Angle Signal Mirrors are designed to be installed on many vehicles where a specific kit is not available. It is a safety accessory that is really two mirrors in one: a fully functional Signal mirror as well as a convex mirror for expanded visibility. Wide Angle Signal Mirrors are available with either red or amber chevrons. The mirror measures three inches in diameter.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 19, 2006

Website Offers Interactive courses in Prescription Drug Investigation

A new interactive online training center is now available to aid law enforcement officers investigating prescription drug abuse cases.

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