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Police Magazine
November 2002
In This Issue
Technology
Moving Pictures
While all components of crime scene investigation are important, visual documentation stands out as the most effective tool for describing and recreating a crime scene.
October 31, 2002
Patrol
Your Worst Nightmare
Talk to Officer Don Gause, an eight-year veteran of the Myrtle Beach (S.C.) Police Department, and he'll tell you that a needle stick or accidental exposure to HIV, hepatitis, or any other bloodborne pathogen is absolutely his greatest fear.
October 31, 2002
Weapons
One-Hand Engagement
You don't like doing it, I don't like doing it…no one I know likes shooting with one hand. But quite often, how you shoot determines whether or not you go back to the street or end up in an office job riding a desk.
October 31, 2002
Patrol
Big Game Hunters
Unfortunately, the big game hunter spends so much time waiting for the big arrest that lots of good and equally important enforcement duties are missed. And that could have dire consequences.
October 31, 2002
Weapons
The FN Police Shotgun
From the classic Browing Hi-Power pistol, to today's current crop of high-tech firearms, FN's reputation is that of a Cadillac of police and military firearms.
October 31, 2002
Patrol
Consent to Search
In a motor vehicle, it may not always be clear who has authority to grant permission for a search.
October 31, 2002
Patrol
Calling All MacGyvers
With a pocket tool in his hand and a couple of strips of aluminum foil MacGyver could probably construct a nuclear power plant. You won't need to do that. But in the real world of law enforcement, these devices are handy streamlined versions of the essential items from your tool box.
October 31, 2002
Patrol
Melee in Memphis
Violent, pre-fight media melees, profane press conferences, and the illegal out-of-the-ring antics of superstars seem to be the only way to get the sports fan's attention these days.
October 31, 2002
Patrol
Living Law Enforcement History
Some lesser-known outfits that helped keep the peace in the old days were short-lived or eventually evolved into state police or highway patrol units. Few of these groups have survived into the 21st century, but two carry on as volunteers assisting full-time law enforcement, much as they did long ago.
October 31, 2002
Patrol
The Honey Do
In his right hand was what to my eyes appeared to be a very large handgun. From the snapshot image that imprinted itself into my brain, I guessed it might even be a Mac-10 machine pistol, judging by the threaded end of the short barrel.
October 31, 2002
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