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February 2020

POLICE February 2020

Police Product Test: 5.11 Tactical AMPC Pack

This minimalist 5.11 Tactical pack is highly customizable so it can be used to fit any mission.

February 17, 2020

5.11 Tactical AMPC Pack

Police Product Test: 5.11 Tactical Norris Sneaker

This footwear is functional, comfortable, and durable but looks like a regular pair of shoes so you can maintain a low profile.

February 17, 2020

5.11 Tactical Norris Sneaker

Tactics for Dealing with Subjects on the Autism Spectrum

People with ASD might show no outward signs of their condition so their actions and responses might be misunderstood. Here are some tips for encounters with autistic subjects.

February 17, 2020

A subject not responding to your commands might be autistic.

Fighting Crime with Surveillance Cameras

Law enforcement agencies nationwide are using public and private surveillance systems to gather evidence and arrest repeat offenders.

February 17, 2020

Officer monitoring the feeds from surveillance systems in Avigilon Control Room.

Spring Uniforms 2020

With Spring on the way, officers need apparel for warmer yet often wet weather.

February 17, 2020

Flying Cross Command Polo

Teaching Control Tactics with Jiu Jitsu

Why the Marietta (GA) Police Department made Brazilian jiu jitsu training mandatory.

February 17, 2020

Jiu jitsu can be used as an effective technique for non-deadly force. This training is designed to reduce injuries to suspects as well as officers, and BJJ includes focusing on grappling techniques over striking.

How To Close Assault Cases with Thermal Images

You can "see" bruising with infrared thermography, or thermal imaging, that's invisible to the naked eye, uncovering hidden evidence.

February 14, 2020

This thermal imaging camera uses infrared thermography to show a clear handprint around the victim's throat, indicating attempted strangulation.

Making Your Agency Ready for Next-Gen Communications

The development of dedicated and secure first responder cellular networks has the potential to revolutionize police communications. Is your agency ready?

February 13, 2020

The Annapolis Police Department is replacing its in-car computers with cloud computing solutions from FirstNet and Amazon Web Services.

Dave Smith: Our Gilded Rage

Americans are only getting angrier, and LEOs are increasingly finding themselves on the receiving end of that anger.

February 4, 2020

Dave Smith (aka Buck Savage)

OTTO: Mission Critical Hearing Protection

OTTO's NoizeBarrier Range SA headset provides officers with hearing protection and enhanced situational awareness for training and during critical incidents.

February 3, 2020

Specifically designed for law enforcement and military personnel, the NoizeBarrier Range SA can be worn during firearms training and for critical incidents where hearing protection and advanced situational awareness are needed.

Procedures & Policies

Abolishing LE Agencies: The Road to Hell

Some social justice activists are seriously arguing for the abolition of police agencies. And that's a nightmare in the making.

February 3, 2020

Editor David Griffith

Thorogood Boots Wear-Test

Law enforcement officers from three agencies spent one month wearing Thorogood's footwear on duty in a wide range of environments and situations. This is their review.

January 13, 2020

A Fort Pierce, FL, police officer wears Thorogood boots on patrol during the wear-test.

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