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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.

“Courage to call, an honor to listen”

“Courage to call, an honor to listen”

When officers need support, CopLine is there

My career in law enforcement spanned nearly 47 years. I worked in patrol, criminal investigations, the gang unit and the emergency response team. I held many pivotal positions, including supervisor […] Read More

Police leadership development

Police leadership development

A game plan for increasing your influence and inspiring people to follow

Every police leader has their own unique leadership style that reflects their personality, value system, knowledge, people skills and overall competence. Not every leader understands how leadership works or has […] Read More

The impact of the <em>Graham v. Connor</em> decision

The impact of the Graham v. Connor decision

The “objective reasonableness” standard for police use of force

Over my career in law enforcement, there were several U.S. Supreme Court cases that dictated how police officers should perform their jobs so as not to violate any aspect of […] Read More

Addressing stress, vicarious trauma and burnout

Addressing stress, vicarious trauma and burnout

A guide for law enforcement officers and agency leaders

Recently, a State Police agency in the Southwest identified a troubling trend: officers leaving the agency due to PTSD and related medical disability claims. These officers had previously served in […] Read More

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

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