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June 2024

How hope science can help law enforcement better engage with communities

How hope science can help law enforcement better engage with communities

July 1, 2024

A strong and resilient law enforcement sector is vital to ensuring the health, well-being and safety of our families and our communities. That is why the Department of Justice’s Office […] Read More

The challenge of procedural justice when situations get tense

The challenge of procedural justice when situations get tense

June 30, 2024

Procedural justice, broadly speaking, refers to the extent to which people believe that authorities are fair in the execution of their authority. When people believe that authorities are fair, the […] Read More

Using your brain to ease your pain

Using your brain to ease your pain

Techniques for managing chronic injuries and illnesses

June 29, 2024

Law enforcement officers will likely deal with injuries and/or illnesses resulting in chronic pain at some point during their career. Unlike acute pain from an injury that resolves itself over […] Read More

Handgun drills to improve your skills

Handgun drills to improve your skills

June 27, 2024

There are a number of fantastic drills we can use to improve our handgun skills. Many of these can be found on different websites by doing a quick online search. […] Read More

Beyond the spotlight

Beyond the spotlight

Identifying and responding to introverted narcissism in policing

June 26, 2024

I understand the sentiment. It seems like just another mental health article for cops authored by individuals lacking firsthand police experience. But let me assure you, I’m not your typical […] Read More

Eight things police need to know about memory

Eight things police need to know about memory

June 25, 2024

As a police officer, you rely on your own memory and people’s memory to solve crimes. Importantly, memory formation is a fragile, malleable process. It is easily distorted by stress, […] Read More

An insider’s perception of campus unrest

An insider’s perception of campus unrest

June 24, 2024

The challenge of protecting the freedom of expression of some while at the same time protecting the rights of others to carry out their daily lives can be quite challenging, […] Read More

What constitutes a well-rounded wellness program?

What constitutes a well-rounded wellness program?

To do it right, start with the mindset

June 23, 2024

Wellness is a topic that has permeated almost every aspect of today’s law enforcement culture. It’s unlikely you’ll attend a conference this year where officer wellness isn’t a topic discussed […] Read More

Still family

Still family

Tennessee deputies attend high school graduation for fallen deputy’s son

June 22, 2024

An enduring truth of the law enforcement profession is its inherent risk. Any law enforcement officer may, at some point, be called upon to make the ultimate sacrifice. Fortunately, an […] Read More

The war on police

The war on police

A battle for hearts and minds

June 20, 2024

The war on police isn’t a new issue in the United States, though it has ramped up considerably in the last decade. Anti-police rhetoric may have its roots in the […] Read More

Evidence-based policing

Evidence-based policing

Using research and data to guide decision-making

June 19, 2024

What is evidence-based policing (EBP)? It is an approach to law enforcement that emphasizes the use of empirical research and data analysis to guide decision-making, policies and practices within police […] Read More

Fitness for life

Fitness for life

A rational approach to developing healthier police departments

June 18, 2024

I recall an incident many years ago when two significantly overweight officers experienced difficulty taking a mentally challenged 18-year-old kid into custody. During a violent struggle, the offender wrestled one […] Read More

Copless in Seattle

Copless in Seattle

Will a new police contract increase staffing levels?

June 17, 2024

The police officers in Seattle finally have a contract, and it seems to be a financially generous one. The new agreement will raise wages for the officers going all the […] Read More

Honoring the fallen

Honoring the fallen

An honor guard’s solemn duty

June 16, 2024

Last month, America’s law enforcement community celebrated National Police Week. A week that sees remembrance events throughout our nation honoring fallen heroes, their families and our beloved profession. The premier […] Read More

Keeping the memory alive

Keeping the memory alive

Atlantic City fallen officers — including one rediscovered from 94 years ago — honored in recent ceremonies

June 15, 2024

Sadly, the one constant in the history of law enforcement is sacrifice. New Jersey State Police Detective Albert Mallen was killed in the line of duty in 1985. According to […] Read More

2024 Top Cops

2024 Top Cops

June 14, 2024

The National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO) recognized the bravery and heroism of dozens of law enforcement officers from across the country at its 31st annual Top Cops Awards dinner […] Read More

Police Week 2024

Police Week 2024

Paying Tribute to Fallen Heroes

June 13, 2024

Thousands of peace officers, survivors, families of fallen officers and law enforcement supporters from across the country gathered in Washington, D.C., on May 12–18 to attend National Police Week ceremonies […] Read More

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Mental health checks … in the training room?

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Crime doesn’t take a vacation

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