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Editor’s note: This article, reprinted with permission, originally appeared in the October 2023 issue of the FOP Journal, the official publication of the National Fraternal Order of Police (FOP). In […] Read More
The 1997 North Hollywood Bank of America incident proved to law enforcement leaders and trainers that uniformed officers needed patrol rifles and ballistic shields. In 1999, this once again became […] Read More
Most law enforcement officers I know are strong advocates of the Constitution and all the amendments. After all, we took a solemn oath to defend it as we protect and […] Read More
In the relentless battle against the opioid crisis that has claimed countless lives in the United States, there are unsung heroes working tirelessly to stem the tide of dangerous substances […] Read More
Beyond the unique situations and circumstances related to law enforcement, just like everyone else, police officers are also subject to the full range of mental and emotional health concerns. In […] Read More
November is National Veterans and Military Families Month. This is the time to publicly acknowledge the military personnel — veterans and reserves — in your law enforcement agency and their […] Read More
In my law enforcement and military careers, I have had the pleasure and honor to award decorations for bravery to numerous wonderful men and women who have risked their lives […] Read More
It had been a day. She was working in records temporarily because of an injury she sustained during a foot pursuit a few months back. Seemingly overnight, she went from […] Read More
Rising agitation, resistance and noncompliance are all telltale signs that a law enforcement encounter is escalating, often quickly. Escalating behaviors presents a challenge for officers, who need to be ready […] Read More
In 2018, after three decades of service, I retired from the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) and stepped aside as president of the San Francisco Police Officers Association. My departure […] Read More
In an era where law enforcement agencies are continuously seeking innovative ways to bridge the gap between officers and the communities they serve, the emergence of nonprofit police foundations has […] Read More
We are now on the fourth of five total factors that, if implemented, can influence your performance during high-risk, low-frequency events. Hopefully, you have been able to gain some understanding […] Read More
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