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Police Magazine
October 2009
In This Issue (Page 2)
Weapons
Shooting Outside of the Box
He recommended "a wide, sturdy stance" when shooting. His method of finding the proper stance was to build a little wooden box for the shooter to stand in. I've forgotten the dimensions of the box because...well...because it was a ridiculous idea.
October 18, 2009
Patrol
Blood from a Turnip
Nothing can captivate a jury with such magnetic power as the live testimony of another human being, or even the reading of a confession in the courtroom. While it is one of the most difficult things to master, knowing and practicing the skills and techniques of good interviewing results in better case information and more convictions in the courtroom.
October 18, 2009
Technology
Easy Readers
Can you accurately see and write down one license plate number per second while driving at up to 100 miles per hour, even with darkness or bright sun limiting your sight? Fortunately, there are automated systems that can do this for you.
October 18, 2009
Training
Bad Habits
Every time someone tries to kick our butts and we have him fully subdued and cuffed and searched we should look deeply into his eyes and say, "Thanks, I needed that!"
October 13, 2009
Patrol
What Happens to the Children of Fallen Officers
"I love my father, but one thing I know he would want me to learn from his experiences is that this kind of dedication can cost you. There's always a cost, and in his case, it cost him his life, but also time with his family." -Jim Chadwell Jr.
October 13, 2009
Patrol
From Survivor to Warrior
"There's nobody here to fight for my dad. I feel like if I stop fighting, who else has he got? I'm it."
October 13, 2009
Vehicle Ops
Saving Green by Going Green
"We are all looking to reduce future costs," says Chief Robert Stewart of the Cotati (Calif.) Police Department, whose department sought to save money by reducing its energy use with a new police facility. While green features added $700,000 to the project's final tab, Stewart expects a rapid return on the investment in reduced energy costs.
October 13, 2009
Patrol
Shots Fired: Brownsville, Oregon 02•16•2008
Sgt. Lawler popped up over the hood of the Pontiac just as Thompson's upper torso rose off the pavement, his gun again swinging in Lawler's direction.
October 13, 2009
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