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Police Magazine
May 2008
In This Issue
Patrol
Blind Ambition
“If a man aspires to the highest place, it is no dishonor to him to halt at the second, or even at the third.” —Marcus Tullius Cicero One of the early impressions I had upon graduating from the academy was the need to start studying for the sergeant’s exam that I would be eligible to take in three years. Tucson was a fast growing city and its constant growth was making it a great agency for promotion.
April 30, 2008
Patrol
Topics of Conversation
Crooks often commit multiple crimes. When you make an arrest and get ready to begin interrogating, you will normally administer the four-part Miranda warning. But if you want to ask questions about more than one crime you think your suspect committed, do you have to inform him of all possible topics of discussion? The short answer is, "No."
April 30, 2008
Patrol
Police Product Test: Propper Defender Jacket Series
Propper's Defender line of outerwear can be used separately or alone, depending on your needs. One great piece is the Delta waist-length jacket.
April 30, 2008
Patrol
Cuffing with Useful Force
Tragically, the lives of many officers have been lost at the hands of suspects who attacked without warning as the officer attempted to apply handcuffs. Fortunately, there is a safer way to gauge a suspect's resistance while effectively controlling him.
April 30, 2008
Patrol
Shots Fired: Manchester, New Hampshire 09-08-2003
As the three met near the front of Kilbreth's patrol car, two red flags immediately registered with the officer.
April 30, 2008
Training
The State of American Law Enforcement - Can the Average Cop Thrive in the Age of Specialization?
There is no shortage of inducements to work specialized units. Cool tools, flexible schedules, prestige, and the ability to work at something one is truly interested in are but a few of the perks.
April 30, 2008
Patrol
The Aggrieved: Survivor Maureen Faulkner
Maureen Faulkner knows the truth, and she wants everyone else to know it. Danny Faulkner was a good cop, a decorated officer who loved his job, loved his family and friends, and loved serving his community. And Mumia Abu-Jamal was, and is, a cold-blooded killer who was motivated by his pure hatred of all cops to murder her husband.
April 30, 2008
Patrol
Get Ready to Read the Riot Act
Regardless of the actors involved, when an angry protest hits the streets of your city, you will be called upon to maintain the peace and prevent or stop violence.
April 30, 2008
Weapons
Smith & Wesson 327 TRR8 Revolver
The S&W 327 Tactical Rail Revolver is best suited to be used by the lead penetrator of a SWAT team, especially since this revolver carries as many rounds of ammunition as the average .45 ACP 1911.
April 30, 2008
Patrol
Crimes Against Tourists
There is a long recognized relationship between tourism and crime. Much of this can be attributed to "vacation behavior," a general carefree attitude that translates into carelessness and leaves the tourist vulnerable.
April 30, 2008
Vehicle Ops
Rapid Transit
With only two wheels and a gyroscope balance system, Segway's Personal Transporter (PT) was a hard sell for some as a viable patrol vehicle. But it's certainly caught on in the last few years.
April 30, 2008
Weapons
FN's SCAR Rifle Offers Heavy Punch, Light Recoil
Available in two versions—5.56mm and 7.62mm—the SCAR was developed to meet specific SOCOM requirements, but it would make an excellent SWAT rifle.
April 30, 2008
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