March/April 2024

POLICE March/April 2024

10 Tips for a Successful TacMed Program

Veteran trauma doctor shares insights on tactical medicine for law enforcement and how agencies can build a TacMed program.

April 5, 2024

Medical training is only one component of a TacMed program, which should be a broad and well-developed plan.

The Value of VR Training

Virtual reality simulation is the newest trend in law enforcement training. And if your agency wants to get the most from the technology, it’s important to know its strengths and weaknesses.

April 5, 2024

MILO VR allows officers to use a variety of replica force tools up to and including firearms.

Point of Law: The Good-Faith Exception in Probable Cause

The exclusionary rule may not apply where police relied in good faith on a warrant later found to be insufficient.

March 26, 2024

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First Look: Inflatable Armor

Stop Stick’s Bonowi FlexShield offers rifle protection in an easy-to-carry shield that inflates and expands using CO2.

March 26, 2024

Stop Stick's Bonowi FlexShield is an inflatable ballistic shield that comes with rifle protection hard armor plates. When not inflated, it folds and fits into a discreet carrying case.

Officer Safety and Jiu-Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques can help officers take control of arrestees and de-escalate incidents quickly, reducing the chance of injury to police and subjects.

March 22, 2024

By establishing back control with the arrestee in the supine position, officers limit the arrestee's mobility and options, making it difficult for them to resist, access weapons, or attempt an escape.

Improving Body Armor Testing

The adoption of the 07 armor standard does nothing to change the performance of your current 06 compliant armor. “The 06 armor is still good,” says NIJ’s Dr. Mark Greene. “Wear your armor. It will save your life.”

March 19, 2024

Testing a bullet-resistant vest. NIJ's ballistic armor evaluation standard specifies the conditioning of the armor before it is shot, where it is shot, and what rounds are to be used.

Editorial: America Needs More Straight-Talking Sheriffs

“Society wants to blame everything else but where the blame should be. The blame goes to this individual,” Sheriff Billy Woods said.

February 29, 2024

Marion County, Florida, Sheriff Billy Woods schools the media on police operations, crime, and individual responsibility.

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