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Mike Geier

Mike Geier

Mike Geier

Mike Geier is the former chief of police of the Albuquerque, New Mexico, Police Department. His career began in 1974 with the Wilmette, Illinois, Police Department, where he retired as a lieutenant after 20 years in 1994. He then joined APD as a recruit and served another 20 years, retiring in 2014 as a commander to become the police chief in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. He returned to APD in 2017 as the chief until he retired in 2020. For additional information on reality-based training, contact rbtconsulting.net.

Liability challenges in contemporary policing

Liability challenges in contemporary policing

In 2017, the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the City of Albuquerque entered a contract, which became known as the Court Assigned Settlement Agreement (CASA). The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) […] Read More

Domestic violence

Domestic violence

Prevention and intervention: A proven guide

In my nearly 47 years in law enforcement, I have seen numerous women who were pursued by a jealous suitor, an ex-husband or an unknown stalker. Those men would make […] Read More

Do you know your emotional intelligence?

Do you know your emotional intelligence?

Why it can matter more than IQ

About five years ago, while researching material for a leadership training class I was putting together for the sergeants, lieutenants, commanders and deputy chiefs of my department, I came across […] Read More

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