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Inside the Badge •William Harvey•December 28, 2010

You Can't Play Catch-Up

Professional behavior is desired and demanded at all times. Every move you make is under scrutiny. If you act like a thug, you'll jeopardize all you've worked for?

Inside the Badge •William Harvey•November 15, 2010

Are You Willing To SPEAK UP?

Add S.P.E.A.K. U.P. to your acronym list, and you'll improve your chances for a successful law enforcement career. These are the fundamentals.

Inside the Badge •Patricia Teinert•July 2, 2010

All departments must be concerned with the image they project to their community. Our ability to work depends on the support of the community where we serve. This is one of many reasons we must abide by department policy on proper conduct and outside employment.

News•Staff Writer•June 23, 2010

Arkansas Deputy Could Lose Job Over Playboy Photos

Lunderby, a deputy with the Washington County Sheriff's Office, violated the agency's code of conduct, according to Sheriff Tim Helder, because her actions are "bringing down the reputation of the law enforcement division in the eyes of the public."

Inside the Badge •William Harvey•June 17, 2010

Ink and Internet Indiscretions

Posting party photos online and getting tattoos is OK for most people, but police agencies will expect you to be more careful of the image you project.

Inside the Badge •Dean Scoville•May 27, 2010

How to Handle Hecklers

There's something about asshole opportunists successfully baiting cops and getting paid off for it that just rubs me the wrong way.

Articles•Jody Kasper•May 18, 2010

10 Rookie Errors To Avoid

Unfortunately, many officers fail to meet the required standards and may find their on-the-job training program to be an insurmountable hurdle. Consequently, many officers are terminated or quit while involved in this process.

News•Staff Writer•April 22, 2010

Philly Officer Says Captain Ordered Hair-Color Change

Officer Renee Norman is claiming the captain said her hair was purple, an "unnatural color" that violates the department's Directive 78-D that bans purple, blue, and green hair colors. Norman is claiming her hair was red.

Inside the Badge •William Harvey•March 18, 2010

Oral Interview Tips

Once you find some questions, practice them in front of someone and make sure to do it aloud. Sitting in your room whispering them will not cut it.

Inside the Badge •William Harvey•March 11, 2010

Beware of "Embellishment"

I was always told by my sainted Irish mother that if you tell the truth the first time you will never have to remember what lie you told. Sage words from my childhood that still apply today.

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