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Police Magazine
July 2010
In This Issue
Patrol
Should You Chase or Contain?
So should you chase or contain? It depends on the situation and what agency you work for. Just as there are a variety of threats to consider about suspects in flight, so too are there differences of opinion as to how to address the problem.
July 30, 2010
Patrol
National Police Week: Honoring the Sacrifice
For those officers who make the trip, National Police Week in D.C. each May brings home the law enforcement family's shared sacrifice.
July 30, 2010
Patrol
Patrol Gloves
On patrol, you never know what you'll need protection from. Think of gloves as an essential tool no matter the time of year.
July 29, 2010
Patrol
The 'Independent Source' Doctrine
If you can identify two or more ways to justify a detention, arrest, search, or entry, you increase the odds that at least one of them will be upheld in court.
July 29, 2010
Special Units
Protective Eyewear
Today, protective eyewear is a must have for both law enforcement and military personnel, and you have a lot of makes and styles to choose from. Let's take a look at some of the latest duty eyewear.
July 29, 2010
Patrol
Police Product Test: Voodoo Tactical Matrix Assault Pack
Scott Smith reviews the Voodoo Tactical Matrix Assault Pack, BlackHawk Warrior Wear Shell and Jacket, EMA Tactical Countdown Magazine and Grip, and Danner Striker II GTX boots.
July 29, 2010
Weapons
Colt Defense Law Enforcement Carbines
From experience I can say that the Colt LE6920 is an outstanding semi-automatic M4-style carbine. It's chambered in 5.56mm and incorporates Mil-Spec features in its design.
July 29, 2010
Patrol
Illegal Immigration: America's Broken Window
More serious crime breeds and multiplies something like bacteria in an untreated wound when petty offenses are ignored.
July 29, 2010
Technology
The Bandwidth Debate
Today, bandwidth is so precious that Congress and the FCC recently dictated the conversion of analog TV transmission to digital in order to free up the 700 MHz band for other uses, including 4G cellphones and public safety communications.
July 28, 2010
Patrol
The Dawn
Kids, lawnmowers, dogs, court, phone calls, worry, sunlight, spouses, chores, side jobs, storms. Everything seems to conspire to deny us our rest.
July 28, 2010
Patrol
Shots Fired: Bozeman, Montana 06/02/2006
Gottfried had made threats to his ex-girlfriend that he would kill her and any cop that tried to come between them. Lt. McLane didn't know that when he pulled him over for speeding.
July 25, 2010
Patrol
Vests Past Their Prime
When your body armor warranty expires and you receive a new vest, what do you do with the old one? From recycling to repurposing, there are multiple options depending on your agency's policies and resources.
July 19, 2010
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