January 2001

POLICE January 2001

Preparing For the Oral Interview

There is nothing more important or critical to an officer's success in a promotional oral interview than his or her ability to communicate. Even preparation and overall experience are of less importance.

December 31, 2000

Using Persuasion Tactics to Handle Conflict

Facing conflict and confrontation is inevitable for anyone in law enforcement. The challenge is to take an angry or uncooperative person and have him or her voluntarily cooperate with you.

December 31, 2000

What to Do If You Are Taken Hostage

In this day and age, hostage incidents have become almost commonplace. Hostage-takers and criminals in general view us as "symbols" of an institution (criminal justice system) or a way of life that they despise.

December 31, 2000

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