Tag: How-To Guides: Page 5

Patrol

Finding Witnesses & Asking the Right Questions

The success or failure of your investigation will depend on how you deal with witness information.

October 10, 2016

Patrol

How to Preserve a Crime Scene

Securing a crime scene and preserving evidence can be vital in building a case and getting a conviction. Be sure to know your three basic duties for crime scene preservation.

September 1, 2016

Patrol

How to Obtain a Sworn Statement

Well written accounts from victims and witnesses can serve as valuable evidence.

August 12, 2016

Patrol

How to Figure Out the Type of Call You're On

To be sure, the hardest part of any call is figuring out what you have. Once you do, it's a matter of following protocol, policy, and filling out the right paperwork. And therein lies the rub; getting to that point. It's akin to solving puzzles or answering riddles.

July 8, 2016

Weapons

How to Understand Stopping Power: Myths, Legends, and Realities

POLICE

When it comes to claims about the effectiveness of handgun ammo, don’t believe the hype.

May 17, 2016

Weapons

How to Compare 9mm Vs .40 Caliber

POLICE

The FBI’s decision to switch back to 9mm pistols and ammo is based on studies of wound ballistics and shooter performance.

May 13, 2016

Weapons

12 Things You Need to Know About Rifle Optics

POLICE

In order to help you decide what optic best suits your needs, POLICE Magazine spoke with some experts on the tactical operation of firearms optics. And the following are 12 things they said you need to know about these essential accessories.

April 26, 2016

Training

How to Join a Bicycle Unit

A great bicycle officer has a strong service mentality, paramount knowledge of laws, a thirst for new knowledge, and someone who can adapt to change easily. If this describes you, your agency's bicycle unit might be a good fit.

April 6, 2016

Vehicle Ops

How to Choose a Helicopter for Your Agency

If you're considering purchasing a helicopter for your agency, here are some topics you need to explore in your journey toward achieving flight operations.

February 29, 2016

Weapons

12 Things You Need to Know About Rifle Optics

In order to help you decide what optic best suits your needs, POLICE Magazine spoke with some experts on the tactical operation of firearms optics. And the following are 12 things they said you need to know about these essential accessories.

January 28, 2016

Weapons

How to Buy a Duty Holster

Your duty holster is one of the most important articles of safety equipment you'll ever take into the field — just as important as your firearm, cruiser, flashlight, or handcuffs.

January 28, 2016

Technology

How to Use 3D Laser Technology to Generate Savings

By downloading and reading this white paper on policemag.com, officers can learn how to generate significant savings for an inter-agency investigation team using FARO 3D laser technology.

November 5, 2015