Nevada Governor to Activate National Guard for Election Day

“As a first responder, I know first-hand the importance of being prepared, and this decision reflects my commitment to safety and preparedness on Election Day,” Gov. Joe Lombardo said in a press release.

Ariz. Bill Would Allow Cops To Arrest Public Drunks

Arizona legislation has passed the House that would allow law enforcement to arrest subjects for public drunkenness, reversing a 1974 statute that has tied the hands of officers.

Former Philly Cop Indicted for Loansharking

A former Philadelphia Police officer has been charged with extortion for allegedly operating a loan-sharking business that took advantage of at least one fellow officer, reports the FBI.

Joanne Southerland

Remarkable Statistics on Officer Response to Active Shooter Incidents

The author reviews the PERF report on police response and results from 84 active shooter incidents from 2000-2010.

Shane G. Sturman

Kansas Officers Save Woman From Burning Building

Arriving before firefighters, Cpl. Christopher Sturgeon and Officer Trent Ginn used common sense and instinct to fight through choking smoke and rescue a woman from her flame-engulfed house. For this they have been named the July 2010 National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund officers of the month.

Columbia Southern University

Stupid Policies Are Costing Us on Multiple Fronts

Without further ado, here are some of my major reservations about modern law enforcement policies.