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Arizona P.O.S.T. Begins Developing Immigration Enforcement Training

The Arizona P.O.S.T. Board is considering ideas such as 5-10 minute videos that could be played for officers during daily briefings or additional sensitivity training to prevent racial profiling.

Phoenix Officers' Rep Says Law Tells Chiefs to 'Get Out of the Way' on Immigration

Arizona's new immigration law does not mandate that law enforcement officers get involved in "routine immigration enforcement," the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association's Mark Spencer told a local radio host.

Many law enforcement groups have expressed their support for Arizona's new immigration law, which is opposed by police chiefs. Photo courtesy of Gov. Jan Brewer.

Park Ranger In Montana Named Officer of the Month

A gunman began running toward Ranger Alexandra Burke and another officer. Ranger Burke shot the man at close range before he could strike her with the knife. The shooting was ruled as justified.

ATN Night Shadow Binocular Brings Long Distance Objects into View at Night

American Technologies Network Corp. (ATN) has built its proprietary "Smart Technology" into it Night Shadow Night Vision binocular line.

ATN's new Night Shadow Vision binoculars feature Smart Technology for enhanced night vision capabilities.

Timberland Pro Valor Boots Feature Dynamic Anti-Fatigue Footbeds

Timberland PRO has redesigned the Timberland PRO Valor line of lightweight footgear designed for public safety professionals. This advanced line of footwear features dynamic Anti-Fatigue Technology, a system that provides for extended wear and increased standing tolerance.

All Traffic Solutions Shows Web-Based Products to State Law Enforcement Leaders

All Traffic Solutions gave attendees at the annual State Associations of Chiefs of Police (SACOP) conference held recently in Alexandria, Va, a sneak peak at the company's Web-based traffic safety solutions.

Chicago Lawmakers Want National Guard to Reduce Gun Crime

Chicago Police Superintendent Jody Weis answers that the National Guard isn't part of the solution. So far this year, 113 people have been killed across the Chicago area, the same number as U.S. troops killed in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Avon Protection Sponsors U.S. National SWAT Championships

Avon Protection Systems, a leading designer and manufacturer of respiratory protection products, will once again sponsor the 2010 U.S. National SWAT Championships (USNSC) held June 21-26 at the US Shooting Academy in Tulsa, Okla.

TNT Renews Southland for Third Season

TNT has ordered a 10-episode third season of the TV show Southland. The gritty cop drama was resurrected by TNT after NBC canceled the show before its Season 2 premiere.

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Safariland Reformulates DefTech OC Aerosol Line

Safariland, a BAE Systems line of business, has announced the introduction of the updated Defense Technology line of its aerosol products. The updated products include a change to a more consistent measurement of the irritant, color-banded packaging, and revised formulations.

Safariland's DefTech aerosols have been repackaged to make it easier for users to visually determine intensity of the formula.

Tapco Brings 30-Round Mini-14 Magazine

The magazine uses a heavy duty spring and anti-tilt follower to improve reliability. A textured floorplate allows for an easier pull from magazine pouches.

Image via Tapco.

Burris FastFire II Red-Dot Sight Now Available

The FastFire II is small, mounts low, and weighs only 1.6 ounces. The unit's precision lenses are polished to "exacting geometries to virtually eliminate parallax and to provide a very clear crisp sight picture," according to Burris.

Image via Burris.

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