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From JFK to Armored Van Assault on HQ, Dallas Police Are Preserving History of the Department

Some items are now on display when you first walk in the door, the true treasures are still hidden in file drawers and archive boxes. From a Jack Ruby business card to the only full-auto 45.-caliber Thompson in the history of the department, one day officers and community alike will be able to get a true glimpse of history.

Although the museum is not completed at the Dallas Police Department, among the many unique items archived is a business card for Jack Ruby, who killed Lee Harvey Oswald following the Kennedy assassination.

How Officers Can Stay Safe Around Hazardous Materials

“Just step back and say, ‘this is out of my ballpark.’ Don't rush in, don't get overzealous, don't think you can jump out and do it when you can't,” says Jim Whitfield..

As police officers prepare for responding to incidents involving hazardous materials, the ERG 2020 app for Android and Apple phones can guide an officer’s identification of the materials being transported.

Point of Law: Drafting Vehicle Pursuit Directives

Agencies can manage risk and provide accountability with a well-written pursuit policy.

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Point of Law: Reasonable Force and De-Escalation

A Texas officer was sued after he shot and killed a man who fled a traffic stop with the officer clinging to the Vehicle. Was he entitled to qualified immunity?

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SWAT Sends in the Drones

Unmanned aerial systems are becoming valuable tools for locating suspects inside buildings.

The Sky-Hero Loki Mk2 is a drone that was purpose built for building searches. It features rugged construction and shielded rotors so it can be bounced off walls.

Firearms Training: When Good Enough is Good Enough

“Now they can accept what you have to say. If you just start talking, they're still in the moment that they just shot,” she says, as she continues to explain how the student should do most of the talking. “It is just like a police interview? We should be hearing more from them than they hear from us.”

During presentations, Dawn Davis uses the above image to illustrate that a student’s shot placements are “good enough” when they land in the A and B zones of the target. An instructor should see this as a success and later can coach the shooter on moving the groupings toward the center of the target.

Carrying Off Duty

There are important issues you should consider when choosing what weapon to carry, what holster to secure it, and what ammo to use.

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Point of Law: First Amendment Audits and The Law

Every law enforcement officer needs to know what the courts have said about the public’s right to video you performing your duties.

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First Look: Paraclete's Origin Armor is Ready for Any Mission

Paraclete’s new Origin tactical armor line lets operators scale up or scale down their protection based on mission demands.

Paraclete’s new Origin system allows officers to create a variety of tactical armor options, including a low-visibility vest, a plate carrier, and a full-protection tactical vest. (Photo: Point Blank Enterprises)

AI-Powered Facial Recognition

Activists want facial recognition banned, even though artificial intelligence and machine learning are making the technology more accurate and beneficial to public safety.

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First Look: Rethinking the Rifle Stock

Valiant Dynamics’ EvolvR combat stock is designed to help officers achieve a better shooting position when wearing body armor and using a patrol rifle.

The Valiant Dynamics’ EvolvR Combat Stock makes it easier for officers who wear exterior vest carriers or tactical armor to achieve a proper shooting position when using a long gun. The EvolvR fits on the buffer tube and features an eight-position rotating butt-pad so that shooters can choose their preferred setting.

Martial Arts and Officer Safety

Expertise in a martial art can help you end resistance and even attacks quickly and effectively, reducing risk of injury to you and the suspect.

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